Anemarrhena Rhizome 600g | Zhi Mu 知母

Zhi Mu (知母), anemarrhena rhizome, 600g. Pale fibrous rhizome slices, bitter and cold — one of the great heat-clearing herbs, and the traditional partner to shi gao in Bai Hu Tang.

• 600g of dried anemarrhena rhizome
• Botanical name Anemarrhena asphodeloides
• Pale fibrous slices, distinctly bitter
• Enters the lung, kidney and stomach channels
• Heat-clearing category of the materia medica

Traditional use of Anemarrhena Rhizome

Zhi Mu is described in Chinese medicine as clearing heat, draining fire and nourishing yin — it both cools and moistens, which is why it pairs so well with the purely cooling herbs.

Names for this herb

Pinyin Zhi Mu · Chinese 知母 · pharmaceutical Latin Rhizoma Anemarrhenae · botanical name Anemarrhena asphodeloides · English: anemarrhena rhizome

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Traditional use information is provided for general education only and is not medical advice. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Consult a qualified practitioner before use, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or managing a health condition. Keep out of reach of children.