Ru Xiang
Mastic/Boswellia (Frankincense) | 乳香
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SKU M4100
Ingredient: Mastic resin (ru xiang) (Boswellia carterii).
| Mandarin: 乳香 Pin-Yin: Ru Xiang English: Boswellia Korean: 육계 Romaji: Nyuko Kanji: 乳香 Kampo: No |
Pharmaceutical Name:
- Olibanum
Sources:
- Chinese Herbal Medicine Materia Medica (Bensky et al.)
Properties:
- Acrid, bitter, warm
Channels Entered:
- Liver, heart, spleen
Herb Actions:
- Stimulates the blood
- Encourages the flow of qi
- Relaxes the sinews
- Stimulates the channels
- Relieves pain and swelling
Contraindications:
- Not recommended for those without stasis
- Not recommended for those who are pregnant
- Not recommended for long-term use
Commonly Found In:
- Milettia & Tu-huo Formula, Myrrh & Aconite Formula, Angelica & Mastic Combination