郁金

Curcuma Tuber

郁金

yù jīn · Curcuma wenyujin (tuber)

Functions

invigorates the Blood and moves the Qi to alleviate pain clears the Heart and opens constraint, cools the Blood benefits the Gallbladder and reduces jaundice

Indications

Qi and Blood stagnation: pain in the chest, flanks or abdomen mental restlessness and agitation from Heat obstructing the Heart damp-heat jaundice; bleeding from Heat in the Blood

Contraindications

⚠️ traditionally incompatible with Cloves (dīng xiāng); caution in the absence of stagnation

For education only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified practitioner.