Radix gentianae belongs to the Gentianaceae family (gentian plants).

It belongs to the Refrigerantiae group and has the task of clearing up heat and drawing off fluids. Accordingly, it is used to treat jaundice, discharges, genital inflammations, pains and swelling in the ear, swelling in the genital and groin area, itching, etc.
Radix gentianae is contained in the Radix Gentianae decoction, which relieves the liver (Long Dan Xie Gan Tang).