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肉苁蓉
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Rou Cong Rong

Herba Cistanches

Cistanche Herb

Yang Tonic
About this herb

A parasitic desert plant used to nourish Kidney Yang and Essence.

PinyinRou Cong Rong
Chinese肉苁蓉
Latin (pharmaceutical)Herba Cistanches
EnglishCistanche Herb
CategoryYang Tonic
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