In 1784, the first American trade ship — the Empress of China — arrived in Guangzhou, marking the beginning of East–West exchange in tea and herbal medicine.
From that moment, herbs were no longer confined to folk remedies, but became a healing language rediscovered by the world.
1784 became a symbolic year — not a beginning, but a resonance between cultures.
Deep in the eastern mountains of China, an ancient healing art — Dulong Acupuncture — flowed quietly through generations.
Today, Dr. Luo, as the 27th-generation inheritor of this National Intangible Cultural Heritage, carries the spirit and practice of this lineage, integrating it into modern herbal therapy, natural healing, and integrative medicine.
TERA is more than the name of an herbal tea.
It is a promise, a legacy, and a continuation of healing tradition.
1784 was a year of cultural awakening;
TERA today is the echo of that spirit — where tradition restores, and herbal wisdom endures.
TERA was born from this timeless connection to botanical wisdom.
We believe that herbs are more than formulas — they are channels of energy, rhythms of recovery, and a return to the very origin of nature.
Today, TERA is not just a cup of tea.
It is an entry point into the revival of herbal wisdom and healing tradition.
This legacy began with a historical crossing in 1784, and is deeply rooted in the family lineage of Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture.
We center our philosophy on Herbs・Recovery・Energy, reclaiming trust in nature,
and initiating a healing revolution for modern living.
The Meaning Behind
“ TERA ”
T – Tradition
Honoring generations of wisdom in Eastern medicine and botanical healing.
E – Energy
Awakening the body’s innate vitality; healing is not imposed, but naturally released.
R – Recovery
Gentle yet profound restoration of internal balance and resilience.
A – Acupuncture
The precise integration of traditional acupuncture with modern herbal care.
Our Philosophy
Rooted in Tradition. Flowing with Life.
At TERA TCM and Flowing River Acupuncture, we believe that true healing is more than the relief of symptoms — it's the restoration of harmony between body, mind, and spirit. Inspired by the timeless wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine, we honor the body’s innate rhythm through personalized acupuncture, herbal therapies, and immersive wellness rituals.
Every pulse we read and every formula we create reflects our deep commitment to balance, vitality, and attentive care. We see each person as a unique living ecosystem — ever-evolving, deeply connected. Just as rivers flow and seasons change, health flourishes when we align with the rhythms of nature.
Through one-on-one acupuncture and herbal consultations, along with organic botanical teas and natural topical blends, we offer gentle yet powerful pathways to renew energy, restore balance, and cultivate resilience.
In our healing space, modern simplicity meets ancient tradition. Whether you seek relief, renewal, or reconnection, our philosophy remains the same:
Heal gently. Live fully. Flow freely.