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Prickly Ash

Prickly Ash is listed in the traditional category “Herbs that Dispel Wind and Dampness.” Source-described actions include Dispels Wind, resolves Dampness, disperses swelling and regulates menstruation. This educational materia medica profile documents traditional properties, functions, and safety context.

Key reference facts

Category
Herbs that Dispel Wind and Dampness
Nature
Warm / Toxic
Flavor
Acrid, Bitter

Source reference: American Dragon · Niao Bu Su

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