04.30.09
Rhizoma Cynanchi Stauntonii (Bai Qian) – Relieves Cough and Eliminates Phlegm
Scientific name:
Cynanchum stauntonii (Decne.) Schltr.ex Levl. or C. glaucescens (Decne.) Hand.-Mazz.
Family:
Asclepiadaceae
Parts used:
Root and rhizome
Actions:
Expectorant
TCM effects:
Descends the adverse-rising Qi (energy)
Eliminates phlegm
Opens the inhibited lung-Qi (energy)
Relieves cough
Uses:
Dyspnea
Productive cough
Wheezing
Dosages:
Decoction 3-9 g
