Xu Duan

Dipsaci Asperi, Radix

Properties: PUNGENT, BITTER - WARM
Dosage: 6-21g.
Meridian: KIDNEY, LIVER

-tonify liver and kidney –strengthen sinews and bones, lower back/knee weakness, stiff joints
–tonify without causing stagnation
-stops uterine bleeding, calm fetus, bleeding during pregnancy
-promote blood circulation, alleviate pain, generate flesh
–traumatic injuries

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