苍术
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Cang Zhu

Rhizoma Atractylodis

Atractylodes Rhizome

Dampness-Draining
About this herb

A stronger, more drying relative of Bai Zhu, used for dampness with a heavy sensation.

PinyinCang Zhu
Chinese苍术
Latin (pharmaceutical)Rhizoma Atractylodis
EnglishAtractylodes Rhizome
CategoryDampness-Draining
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