Codonopsis pilosula (Franch.) Nannf. |
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Botanical Name |
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Codonopsis pilosula (Franch.) Nannf. |
English
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Dang Shen |
Synonym(s) |
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Campanumoea pilosula Franch. |
Family |
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Campanulaceae |
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General Info
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A perennial plant, can grow up to 8-10 feet in height with roots 1-3 cm thick producing heart shaped leaves, light green five pointed bell shaped flowers with prominent yellow or light purple veins. |
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Adaptogen, appetizer, digestive, galactogogue, sialagogue, stomachic and tonic (root, whole plant) |
Pharmacology
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In the treatment of low energy, poor appetite and digestion, anaemia, shallow breathing and debility after illness (root, whole plant); acts mainly on the spleen, lungs and stomach, raising secretion of body fluids and controls blood sugar levels, and stimulating the immune system. |
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