Codonopsis (Dang Shen)

Chinese Bulk Herbs – Codonopsis (Dang Shen)

The dried root of Codonopsis is used to lower the blood pressure, increase white and red blood cells, loss of appetite, and strengthen the immune system. Its main function is to help with Qi deficiency.

Clinical Use (Chinese):
Revitalize the Spleen and rebuilds Qi, promotes the production of body fluid, and nourishes the Blood.

Latin Name:
Codonopsis pilosula

Chinese Name:
Dang Shen

Common Names:
Codonopsis, Pilose asiabell root, Dangshen

Parts Used:
Dried root

Properties:
Slightly warm, Sweet — Sweet in flavor, neutral in property, acts on the Spleen and Lung channels.

Cautions:
Should not to be used for Heat syndromes. Should not to be used with Radix et Rhizome Veratri (Li Lu).

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