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.

Mai Dong

麦冬 Mai Dong

Ophiopogonis Radix

Nature

微寒

Taste

甘、微苦

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Meridians

心 · 肺 · 胃

💊 Actions

Nourishes yin, moistens the lungs, and generates fluids; for summer dry cough, thirst, and restlessness with insomnia.

Contraindications

Contraindicated in cases of coldness with diarrhea.

📖 Usage & Dosage

6-12 grams, steeped as tea.

🏠 جذر اليناعة

Common in summer tea; known as a moistening herb.