Sheng Ma

Cimicifugae, Rhizoma

Properties: PUNGENT, SWEET - COOL
Dosage: 1.5-9g.
Meridian: LARGE INTESTINE, LUNG, SPLEEN, STOMACH

-clear heat, relieve toxicity
–toxins in upper or superficial areas, swelling-painful-sore gums/lips/throat
-raise Yang, spleen Qi sinking –short of breath, fatigue, prolapse
-guides other herbs upwards

Reference
Benskey & Gamble 1986, Chinese Herbal Medicine Materia Medica, Seattle Washington, Eastland Press