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Ophiopogon Tuber 麦冬

Ophiopogon japonicus

Ophiopogon Tuber is classified as slightly cold in nature and sweet,micro-bitter in flavour, entering the Heart, Lung, Stomach meridians. In traditional practice it is described as a herb that nourishes yin, and it is most often considered when the presentation includes dry cough.

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  • · nourishes yin
  • · moistens the lungs
  • · calms the heart

Cautions

Avoid with damp-phlegm.

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