Asarum
Asarum is listed in the traditional category “Herbs that Release the Exterior: Warm, Acrid Herbs that Release the Exterior (Wind-Cold Diaphoretics) (Herbs that Warm the Interior).” Source-described actions include Releases Exterior Wind and Cold; Disperses Wind-Cold and Internal Cold and alleviates pain; Warms the Lungs and transforms Phlegm and Thin Mucus (circulates water). This educational materia medica profile documents traditional properties, functions, and safety context.
Key reference facts
- Category
- Herbs that Release the Exterior: Warm, Acrid Herbs that Release the Exterior (Wind-Cold Diaphoretics) (Herbs that Warm the Interior)
- Nature
- Warm / (Slightly Toxic)
- Flavor
- Acrid, (Slightly Bitter)
- Channels
- Lung, Heart, Kidney, (Liver)
Source reference: American Dragon · Xi Xin