siler
防风fáng fēng · Saposhnikovia divaricata
Category
release exterior (Wind-Cold)
Nature
warm
Taste
acrid, sweet
Meridians
Bladder, Liver, Spleen
Dosage
3–9 g
in broth
Functions
clears the surface, drives away the wind eliminates wind-driven moisture relieves cramps
Indications
a cold caused by the wind dampness caused by wind (joint pain) skin itching
Contraindications
heat caused by a deficiency of yin internal wind caused by blood deficiency ⚠️ Use with caution if your skin is dry
Notes
"Wind Against Wind": Gently dispels external wind; is included in cold-relief formulas; and, when combined with astragalus, stabilizes the surface. Family: Umbellifers (Apiaceae) Part used: root Active constituents: chromones, coumarins
For education only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified practitioner.