Gastrodia Elatae
Pinyin Mandarin Name
Tian Ma
Common English Name
Gastrodia
Part of Plant Used
Root
Nature
Neutral
Taste
Sweet
Meridians Entered
Liver
Common Usages
This herb is used in formulas to treat spasms, convulsions, paralysis, numbness, cramping, and/or dizziness (TCM: Liver-wind imbalances and symptoms). 醫(yī)學全.在線www.zxtf.net.cn
Traditional Usages and Functions
Pacifies Liver and extinguishes wind; extinguishes wind and alleviates pain; disperses painful obstructions.
Common Formulas Used In
Cerebral Tonic Pills; Leonuris and Achyranthes.
Processing Required
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Remarks
Gastrodia is usually combined with other herbs to enhance their specific warming or cooling actions as appropriate to particular symptoms. Given the seriousness of many of these symptoms, consultation with a practitioner is recommended.
Cautions in Use
Use with caution where there are deficient-Yin symptoms.
