Mai Men Dong

Radix Ophiopogonis

Ophiopogon Root (Dwarf Lilyturf)

Yin Tonic

About this herb

A small tuberous root used to moisten and nourish Lung and Stomach Yin.

PinyinMai Men Dong

Chinese麦门冬

Latin (pharmaceutical)Radix Ophiopogonis

EnglishOphiopogon Root (Dwarf Lilyturf)

CategoryYin Tonic

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