HISTORY
Early Origins
Dendrobium Officinale / 铁皮石斛 from the Dendrobium of Orchidaceae genus, is commonly used as a medicinal tea for thousands of years. It originated from Nanling Mountains and Yungui Plateau in China, and its cultivation migrated northward and eastward subsequently. Dendrobium officinale was originally used as a tonic herbal medicine to treat stomach disorders and detoxification in Chinese medicine. Dendrobium Officinale, commonly known as "Cane Orchid" or "Dendrobium Stem", holds a rich history deeply intertwined with Chinese traditional medicine and cultural heritage.
Scripture
References to dendrobium species / 铁皮石斛 can be found in ancient Chinese medical texts such as the "Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing" (The Divine Farmer's Materia Medica), which dates back to around 100 AD. These texts describe the plant's properties and uses in detail It is believed that the earliest mentions of Dendrobium Officinale / 铁皮石斛 can be traced to the Tang Dynasty (618-907 AD), where it was a vital ingredient in medicinal formulations.
Preservation
Dendrobium officinale was primarily harvested from the wild. However, due to overharvesting and habitat destruction, wild populations have declined. To meet demand and conserve wild populations, efforts have been made to cultivate Dendrobium officinale commercially. Cultivation techniques have been developed to grow the plant in controlled environments, ensuring a sustainable supply for medicinal and commercial purposes.
