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--> Bu Yang --> rou cong rong |
| Pin-yin: |
rou cong rong |
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| English name: |
Cistanche |
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| Where grown: |
North China. |
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| Source: |
Dried stem of Cistanche salsa(C.A.Mey)G.Beck. |
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| Ingredients: |
8-Hydroxygeraniol-ß-D-glucopyranoside, 8-Epiloganic acid, ß-Sitosterol-ß-D-glucoside, Cistanin, Cistanoside A, B, C, D, Echinacoside |
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| Properties: |
Sweet, salty, warm |
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| Channels entered: |
Kidney, large intestine |
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| Function: |
Strengthens yin, tones vital essence, strengthens lower back and knees, moistens dryness and helps bowel movements. |
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| Major Clinic Usage: |
For impotence, vaginal discharge, leukorrhea, sterility, cold and pain in the lower back and knees, blood in the urine, incontinence, dry blood and constipation. |
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| Cautions: |
Use with caution in cases of weak stomach, loose stool or with strong fire signs. |
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| Usage and Dosage: |
6~9g. |
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| Storage: |
Store in a cool, dry place. |
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