Botanical Name: Allium fistulosum L.
Plant Type: Perennial herb from the Amaryllidaceae family.
Medicinal Part: The bulb near the root.
Main Production Areas: Grown throughout China.
Harvesting & Processing: Can be harvested at any time and used fresh.
[Properties]
Taste & Nature: Pungent, warm.
Meridian Entered: Lung and stomach meridians.
[Functions]
- Induces sweating and releases the exterior.
- Dispels cold and promotes yang circulation.
[Clinical Applications]
- Used for mild wind-cold exterior conditions.
- Used for conditions of excessive yin with insufficient yang.
[Dosage & Administration]
- Decoction: 3-10g, or 3-5 stalks.
- Not suitable for long decoction.
- External use: Appropriate amount.