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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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