Chuan Bei Mu （川贝母）

Bulbus Fritillariae Cirrhosae, Fritillaria Bulb

$21.95 – $126.95

Chuan Bei Mu may be used in cases of chronic bronchitis, dry cough or phlegmy cough, scrofula, lung abscess, mastitis, and asthma. It is regularly featured in most premade TCM cough syrups combined with Loquat leaf. Fritillary Bulb has also been made into a sweet Autumn drink when mashed and boiled with pear and then sweetened with honey to combat seasonal dryness.

Temperature

Cold
Cool
Neutral
Warm
Hot

Flavor

Sour
Bitter
Sweet
Acrid
Salty
Neutral
Aromatic

Merdians

Bladder
Gallbladder
Heart
Kidney
Large Intestine
Liver
Lung
Pericardium
San Jiao
Small Intestine
Spleen
Stomach

Dosage

3-12g (Decocted)

1-1.5g (Powdered)

Actions

Transforms Phlegm

Stops Coughing

Clears Heat

Moistens the Lungs

Dissipates Nodules

Disclaimers

*The above statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Always consult a licensed physician before taking supplements or new medication.

Please Note: Do not self-prescribe herbs. A single herb is rarely eaten on its own, but as part of a formula containing several ingredients that act together. Always consult a certified Tradtional Oriental Medicine practitioner before using herbs.