Wu Zei Gu

Os Sepiae

Cuttlefish Bone

Astringent

About this herb

Another name for Hai Piao Xiao, used to astringe fluids and ease stomach discomfort.

PinyinWu Zei Gu

Chinese乌贼骨

Latin (pharmaceutical)Os Sepiae

EnglishCuttlefish Bone

CategoryAstringent

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