Long Gu

Os Draconis

Dragon Bone (Fossilized Bone)

Astringent / Calming

About this herb

Fossilized animal bone traditionally used to calm the spirit and astringe excessive sweating.

PinyinLong Gu

Chinese龙骨

Latin (pharmaceutical)Os Draconis

EnglishDragon Bone (Fossilized Bone)

CategoryAstringent / Calming

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