Cistanches(肉苁蓉)

Latin Plant Name :Cistanches

Pinyin Mandarin Name:Rou Cong Rong

Common English Name:Cistanches

Part of Plant Used:Whole plant

Nature:Warm

Taste:Sweet, sour, salty

Meridians Entered:Kidneys, Large Intestine

Common Usages:

This herb is used in formulas to treat symptoms of weak and cold lower back and knees along with impotence or infertility and general chilliness (TCM: promotes Kidney yang); also used to treat chronic constipation (TCM: with chronic deficiency of Qi and Blood).

Traditional Usages and Functions:

Tonifies Kidneys and strengthens Yang; warms the Womb; moistens Intestines and facilitates passage of stool.

Common Formulas Used In:Cerebral Tonic Pills.

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Cautions in Use:

Do not use this herb when there is a strong Yin deficiency, heat signs, or diarrhea with symptoms of a weak Stomach and Spleen.