Aucklandiae Radix
Costus Root
Regulate the Qi
Acrid, Bitter
Warm
Moves Qi Stagnation in the Middle
Moves Qi Stagnation in the Intestines
Tonifies the Spleen
Prevents Stagnation
Clears Damp-Heat
Yin deficiency fire, or depleted fluids.
1.5-9g, decocted, or in pills or powders. Use raw for qi stagnation. Use roasted for diarrhea and tenesmus.
GB, LI, ST, SP, SJ