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Dong Chong Xia Cao

Common Name

Heyu Cordyceps Flower

Pharmaceutical Latin

Cordyceps Sinensis

What it is:

Dong Chong Xia Cao, or cordyceps flower, is a sweet and warm herb used in TCM to tonify the Kidneys and Lungs, strengthen Yang, and promote vitality. It is associated with the Kidney and Lung meridians. Dong Chong Xia Cao is known for its ability to tonify Kidney Yang, nourish Lung Yin, and promote vitality. It is often used in formulas to treat patterns of Kidney and Lung deficiency with symptoms such as fatigue, cough, and impotence.

How it can help:

Tonifies Kidney Yang and nourishes Lung Yin
Promotes vitality and treats fatigue
Treats cough and impotence

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Bai Zhu(Atractylodis Rhizome)

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