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Curcuma Tuber

Curcuma Tuber is listed in the traditional category “Herbs that Regulate the Blood: Herbs that Invigorate the Blood.” Source-described actions include Invigorates the Blood, dispels Blood Stasis, regulates Qi flow, speeds healing of chronic sores and alleviates pain; Clears Heat and cools the Blood; Clears the Heart and Pericardium and opens the Orifices. This educational materia medica profile documents traditional properties, functions, and safety context.

Key reference facts

Category
Herbs that Regulate the Blood: Herbs that Invigorate the Blood
Nature
Cold / (Cool)
Flavor
Acrid, Bitter
Channels
Heart, Lung, Liver, (Gallbladder)

Source reference: American Dragon · Yu Jin

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