bubble_chart Source This product is the dried stamen of the lotus plant (Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn.) from the Nymphaeaceae family.
bubble_chart Morphological Characteristics
This product is linear, with anthers 1-1.5 cm long and about 0.5 mm in diameter. They are often twisted into a spiral shape, yellow or light brownish-yellow, with two chambers that split longitudinally, containing yellow Mongolian snakegourd root. The filaments are thread-like and slightly flattened, somewhat curved, 1-1.6 cm long, brownish-yellow or brownish. The texture is light, with a faint aroma and a slightly astringent taste.
bubble_chart Properties and Meridians
Sweet and astrigent slightly warm nontoxic. act on kidney and heart channels.
bubble_chart Efficacy
Benefiting the kidneys, nourishing the blood, and securing essence.
bubble_chart Indications
Dream emission, hematemesis, menorrhagia and metrostaxis, diarrhea and dysentery.
bubble_chart Cautions and Contraindications
Avoid use in cases of dysuria.
bubble_chart Processing and Storage
Place it in a lime jar to prevent mold and insects.