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Pin-yin:	mu xiang

English name:	Costus root, aucklandia

Where grown:	India and southwest China.

Source:	The dried root of Saussurea lappa CLARKE.

Ingredients:	Castunolide, Dehydrocostus lactone, Costene, ß-Elemene, ß-Selinene, Dihydrocostunolide, Saussurea lactone, Friedelin, terpenoids

Properties:	Acrid, bitter, warm

Channels entered:	Spleen, stomach, large intestine, gallbladder

Function:	Strengthens spleen, harmonizes stomach, spreads the liver qi, releases constraints, promotes movement of qi and alleviates pain.

Major Clinic Usage:	For distended, painful chest and abdomen, diarrhea, tenesmus, food stagnation due to indigestion and lack of appetite. Toast the herb to increase its absorbent properties and can be used for treatment of diarrhea and abdominal pain.
Cautions:	Contraindicated for yin deficiency presenting red tongue.

Usage and Dosage:	1.5~6g

Storage:	Store in a cool, dry, tightly sealed container. Avoid dampness.

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