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麻黄根
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Ma Huang Gen

Radix Ephedrae

Ephedra Root

Astringent
About this herb

The root of the same plant as Ma Huang, with an opposite, astringing action used to stop sweating.

PinyinMa Huang Gen
Chinese麻黄根
Latin (pharmaceutical)Radix Ephedrae
EnglishEphedra Root
CategoryAstringent
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