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Dioscoreae Althaeoidis Rhizoma

Hollyhock yam

蜀葵叶薯蓣 〔蜀葵葉薯蕷〕 shǔ kuí yè shǔ yù

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Dioscorea althaeoides R. Knuth

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Acrid; warm.

Actions and indications: Dries dampness and rectifies the spleen; strengthens sinew and bone. Treats wind-damp numbness and tingling; injury from knocks and falls; food accumulation.

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