Atractylodes macrocephala / BAI ZHU / Largehead Atractylodes Root Cut

Description

Botanical Name – Atractylodes macrocephala

Chinese Name – BAI ZHU

English Name – Largehead Atractylodes Root

Atractylodes macrocephala, commonly called Largehead Atractylodes Root or BAI ZHU in Chinese, is a member of the Asteraceae family, native to China, Japan, Korea.

It is a perennial plant growing to 0.5m by 0.4m. It flowers from July to August and the seeds ripen from August to September. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Medicinal Action and Uses

Bitter – One of the herbs main functions is to invigorate Qi and strengthen the spleen.

Diuretic – Used to treat oedema and spontaneous sweating.

Stomachic- BAI ZHU can be used to help treat poor appetite, dyspepsia (indigestion), abdominal distension and chronic diarrhoea.

Packaging

Product is supplied in Resealable Foil Bags.