Lindera (Wu Yao)

Chinese Bulk Herbs – Lindera (Wu Yao)

Lindera root is used for pain relief and inflammation and can be used for antibiotic and antiviral properties. It also helps with frequent urination and enuresis or bed wetting.

Clinical Use (Chinese):
Expels Cold and relieves pain Warms Kidneys; used in Deficiency of Kidney Yang with frequent urination or incontinence. Disperses Qi Stagnation of Stomach and Spleen Used in lower abdominal pain, menstrual pain, hernia.

Latin Name:
Ligusticum strychnifolia
Lindera aggregata

Chinese Name:
Wu Yao

Common Names:
Ligusticum, Lindera Root

Parts Used:
Root

Properties:
Slightly fragrant, pungent and bitter with cool sensation when tasted.

Cautions:
Contraindicated in conditions of Qi Deficiency and Interior Heat.

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