— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Tien Ma (Gastrodia elata). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.
Tien Ma, scientifically known as *Gastrodia elata* and a member of the Orchidaceae family, is a perennial plant native to regions including Assam, China North-Central, China South-Central, China Southeast, East Himalaya, Inner Mongolia, Japan, Khabarovsk, Korea, Kuril Islands, Ma… Tien Ma (Latin: Gastrodia elata, family Orchidaceae) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Tien Ma is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Tien Ma is a member of the Orchidaceae family native to ASS, CHN, CHC, CHS, EHM, and CHI. Tien Ma, or Gastrodia elata, thrives in partial sun to full shade and prefers moist, well-draining soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Tien Ma grows best in USDA zone 5-9, partial sun/shade, full shade light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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