FUNCTIONS: Moves blood, removes blood stagnation, induces downward movement of blood, disperses swelling, tonifies kidneys and liver, and strengthens tendons and bones.*
Mandarin: 牛膝(懷)
Pin-Yin: Niu Xi (Huai)
English: Achyranthes Root
Korean: 우슬
Romaji: Goshitsu
Kanji: 牛膝
Kampo: No
Pharmaceutical Name:
- Cyathulae Radix
Sources:
- Chinese Herbal Medicine Materia Medica (Bensky et al.)
Properties:
- Neutral, bitter, sweet
Channels Entered:
- Kidney, liver
Herb Actions:
- Stimulates the blood
- Removes blockage to menstruation
- Extinguishes wind
- Dries dampness
Contraindications:
- Not recommended for those who are pregnant or have profuse menstruation
Commonly Found In:
- Persica & Achyranthes Combination, Achyranthes & Plantago Formula, Achyranthes & Rehmannia Formula