Acori Graminei; Rhizoma Acori Calami; Acorus
Pinyin Mandarin Name
Chang Pu or Shi Chang Pu
Common English Name
Sweet Flag
Part of Plant Used
Root
Nature
Warm
Taste
Acrid, aromatic
Meridians Entered
Heart, Liver, Spleen
Common Usages
Most often used in formulas to treat fainting or seizures (TCM: for dampness and excess phlegm blocking orifices of the Heart); and for poor memory, lack of clarity of thought, ear infections, anorexia, bloating, and parasites.
Traditional Usages and Functions
This aromatic plant strongly stimulates movement within the body to expel phlegm and dampness . Opens the orifices; vaporizes phlegm; harmonizes the Middle Burner; transforms turbid dampness. 医学全在线www.med126.com
Common Formulas Used In
Cerebral Tonic Pills; Concha Marguerita and Ligustrum.
Cautions in Use
Use with caution where there is deficient Yin. Phlegm often is poorly metabolized yin, and the herb may "vaporize" some of the yin with the phlegm. This, in turn, can intensify Yin-deficiency signs such as false heat. Also use cautiously with deficient heat, or if there is irritability with excessive sweating, vomiting of blood, or leakage of sperm.
