Largehead Atractylodes
General Description:
Actions
Tonify spleen qi, dry dampness, induce diuresis, arrest sweating and prevent abortion.
Indications
A. Spleen qi deficiency syndrome
B. Syndrome of spontaneous sweating due to qi deficiency
C. Threatened abortion, vomiting with poor appetite in pregnancy due to spleen deficiency
English Name: Largehead Atractylodes
Latin Name: Rhizoma Atractylodis Macrocephalae
Chinese Name: 白术 bai zhu
Place of Origin: Zhejiang, China
Part Used: root
Harvest Season: from October to December
Harvest Method: Hand Harvesting
Processing Method: Sliced, unprocessed, or stir-baked with bran or earth.
Color: Off-white
Taste: sweet and slightly pungent.
Related herbal remedies suggestion: With Poria cocos, dried ginger, licorice and other medicinal materials.
Stock: Available all year round, OEM serivice available.
Shipping method: by sea/air/DHL/Fedex/UPS
Specification Sheet Download: Largehead Atractylodes .pdf
As with any herbal medicine, it's important to consult with a healthcare provider before using Largehead Atractylodes medicinally, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, or have any pre-existing health conditions. Additionally, not all varieties of Largehead Atractylodes are suitable for medicinal use, so it's important to use a safe and appropriate species.