Note: the actions, contraindications and usage sections are currently published in Arabic (primary market content); translations are in progress. Herb name, nature, taste and meridians are shown as is.
Yu Zhu
玉竹 Yu Zhu
Polygonati Odorati Rhizoma
Nature
平
Taste
甘
📍
Meridians
肺 · 胃
💊 Actions
Nourishes yin and generates fluids, moistens the lungs and relieves thirst. Suitable for dryness, dry cough, and post-illness cough.
Contraindications
Contraindicated for those with cold stomach and watery diarrhea.
📖 Usage & Dosage
Cook 10-15 grams with soups or steep in hot water.
🏠 Chinese Licorice
A common moisturizing herb in the Gulf during summer, sold dried in herbal shops.