[Variety Source]
This product is the dried whole plant of songaria cynomorium herb (Cynomorium somgaricum Rupr.). It likes to grow on dry sandy soil containing salt and alkali. Chinese Taxillus Herb is often found on the roots of white thorns. Distributed in Xinjiang, Qinghai, Gansu, Ningxia, Shaanxi, Mongolia and other provinces and regions. It is also found in the Mediterranean region. It is a perennial Chinese Taxillus Herb, a succulent herb, harvested in spring and autumn. After harvesting, remove the inflorescences, bury them half in the sand, and dry in the sun or let them dry naturally.
[Property]
Sweet, warm. Returns to liver, kidney, large intestine meridian.
[Efficacy]
Tonify kidneys and yang, moistening intestines to relieve constipation.
[Indications]
Used for constipation of kidney deficiency impotence, weakness of waist and knees, weakness of muscles and bones, dryness of intestines and dryness of body fluid.
[Usage and Dosage]
The usual amount is 10 to 15 grams.
[Precaution]
Use with caution if you have diarrhea.