Guang Fang Ji

Radix Aristolochiae Fangchi

Aristolochia Fangchi Root

Dampness-Draining

About this herb

Another Aristolochia species removed from most modern formularies due to confirmed aristolochic acid toxicity; not the same herb as the safer Han Fang Ji.

PinyinGuang Fang Ji

Chinese广防己

Latin (pharmaceutical)Radix Aristolochiae Fangchi

EnglishAristolochia Fangchi Root

CategoryDampness-Draining

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