| Pin-yin: |
shan yao |
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| English name: |
Dioscorea Rhizoma |
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| Where grown: |
Throughout China. |
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| Source: |
Dried rhizome of Dioscorea oppoita Thunb. |
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| Ingredients: |
trans-Crotonic acid, Palmitic acid, ß-Sitosterol, Diosgenin, Tokorogenin |
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| Properties: |
Sweet, neutral |
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| Channels entered: |
Spleen, lung, kidney |
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| Usage and Dosage: |
15~30g |
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| Storage: |
Store in a dry, well-ventilated place. Protect from worm infestation. |
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