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.

Huo Xiang

藿香 Huo Xiang

Agastaches Herba

Nature

微温

Taste

辛

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Meridians

脾 · 胃 · 肺

💊 Actions

Relieves summer-heat and dissolves dampness, harmonizes the stomach; for summer nausea and dizziness from summer-heat and dampness.

Contraindications

Contraindicated for pure heat without dampness.

📖 Usage & Dosage

3-9 grams; do not decoct for long.

🏠 Aromatic Pistachio Herb

It is the core herb in the most famous formula for treating summer fatigue (Huoxiang Zhengqi).