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.

Tian Dong

天冬 Tian Dong

Asparagi Radix

Nature

寒

Taste

甘、苦

📍

Meridians

肺 · 肾

💊 Actions

Nourishes deep Yin and moistens dryness, used for chronic dry cough and nocturnal thirst.

Contraindications

Contraindicated in cold deficiency of the spleen and stomach and in diarrhea.

📖 Usage & Dosage

6-12 grams.

🏠 Long Spike

In the Arab world, this herb is considered to have a deeper effect than Ophiopogon in nourishing the kidneys.