Xian Mao
Curculigo | 仙茅
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SKU C4880
Ingredient: Curculigo root (xian mao) (Curculigo orchioides).
| Mandarin: 仙茅 Pin-Yin: Xian Mao English: Curculigo Korean: 선학초 Romaji: Senbo Kanji: 仙茅 Kampo: No |
Pharmaceutical Name:
- Curculiginis Rhizoma
Sources:
- Chinese Herbal Medicine Materia Medica (Bensky et al.)
Properties:
- Acrid, hot, toxic
Channels Entered:
- Kidney
Herb Actions:
- Tonifies the kidneys
- Fortifies the yang
- Expels cold
- Eliminates dampness
Contraindications:
- Not recommended for those with patterns of yin deficiency with heat signs
- Not recommended for long term use
Commonly Found In:
- Epimedium & Curculigo Combination