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Huang Jing / Polygonatum Rhizome, Siberian Solomon Seal
Huang Jing
Taste: Sweet • Temperature: Neutral • Category: Tonic • Sub Category: Tonify Qi

Dosage

6-18g

Actions

1. Tonifies the Spleen qi & augments the Spleen yin: for Spleen & Stomach qi deficiency with lassitude, fatigue, & loss of appetite. Also for Spleen & Stomach yin deficiency with dry mouth, loss of appetite, loss of taste, dry stools, & a dry, red tongue.

2. Moistens the Lungs: for dry cough with little sputum production due to Lung qi & yin deficiency. Also for coughs due to consumption.

3. Tonifies the Kidneys & augments the essence: for Kidney deficiency & waning essence with lower back pain, lightheadedness, & weakness of the lower extremities.

4. Also used for wasting & thirsting disorder.

Meridians

Kidney, Lung, Spleen

Cautions

Contraindicated in cases of Spleen deficiency with dampness, or in cases of poor digestion.