Polypori Umbellati
Pinyin Mandarin Name
Zhu Ling
Common English Name
Grifola or Polyporus Fungus
Part of Plant Used
Central part of the fungus
Nature
Slightly cool
Taste
Sweet, bland
Meridians Entered
Spleen, Kidneys, Bladder
Common Usages
This herb is used in formulas to treat edema and associated symptoms of sparse urination' and diarrhea (TCM: stagnant dampness).医学全在.线提供
Traditional Usages and Functions
Promotes urination and leaches out dampness.
Common Formulas Used In
Hoelen and Polyporus; Hoelen Five.
Processing Required
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Remarks
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Cautions in Use
Do not use this herb where there is no dampness or for a prolonged period of time, because it may injure the Yin.
