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.

Zi Wan

紫菀 Zi Wan

Asteris Radix et Rhizoma

Nature

温

Taste

辛、苦

📍

Meridians

肺

💊 Actions

Moistens the lung, transforms phlegm, and stops cough; used for chronic cough and blood-streaked phlegm.

Contraindications

Contraindicated for dry cough without phlegm.

📖 Usage & Dosage

5-9 grams.

🏠 Violet Star Root

Violet star flower; an all-season cough herb.