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.
Dong Chong Xia Cao
冬虫夏草 Dong Chong Xia Cao
Cordyceps
Nature
平
Taste
甘
📍
Meridians
肺 · 肾
💊 Actions
Nourishes both the Lung and the Kidney, stops bleeding, and strengthens the body after illness.
Contraindications
Safe as a supplement; the authentic product is rare and extremely expensive.
📖 Usage & Dosage
3-9 grams, cooked as soup.
🏠 Cordyceps (Chinese caterpillar fungus)
The Arabic colloquial name means "a grass in winter and an insect in summer"; it is one of the world's most famous luxury medicinal herbs and is sold in the Gulf region.