Huperzine A is a purified alkaloid substance extracted from the Chinese club moss plant called huperzia serrata. The club moss is a primitive, vascular plant found in the subtropical regions of southern China. The scientific name for Huperzine A is Lycopodium Serratum Thumb. Club Moss, Qian Ceng Ta, Shi Song, Chien Tseng Ta, Jin Bu Buan, and Selagine are alternative common names used to define Huperzine A.
Huperzine A is a natural compound extract accredited with having a wide variety of cognitive nootropic health benefits. A Nootropic is a supplement or drug that works on the improvement of cerebral functions such as memory, motivation and creativity. Nootropic, is a combination of two Greek words meaning Mind and Turn. …show more content…
While there have been a number of clinical trials and studies in the United States, Huperzine A has not been classified as a drug requiring a prescription for use. Huperzine A is available as an over-the-counter dietary supplement for memory improvement in America. Rather than using caffeine, many adolescent students use Huperzine A to help improve their learning capabilities and lesson retention.
History of Huperzine A (Aerial Plant):
Huperzine A is a component found in the Chinese club moss plant. It has been used in various combinations with other natural elements as part of Traditional Chinese Medicine as far back as the Tang Dynasty, 618 to 907 AD. The medical practice at that time was referred to as Shi Song. It was used to treat colds, rheumatism, improve blood circulation, and to relax tendons and muscles.
The club moss plant components used in Chinese folk medicine are referred to as Qian Ceng Ta. It was, and still is, used to treat strains, swelling, and bruises. During the past century, it has also been used to treat myasthenia gravis, schizophrenia, and organophosphate