Long Yi

Periostracum Serpentis

Snake Slough (Shed Skin)

Wind-Damp-Dispelling

About this herb

The shed skin of a snake, used to calm wind and ease itching.

PinyinLong Yi

Chinese龙衣

Latin (pharmaceutical)Periostracum Serpentis

EnglishSnake Slough (Shed Skin)

CategoryWind-Damp-Dispelling

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