Niu Bang Zi （牛蒡子）

Fructus Arctii, Great Burdock Fruit, Cocklebur

$2.95 – $14.95

Niu Bang Zi has been used to treat carbuncles, red swellings, acute febrile disease, rashes, constipation, acne, measles, mumps, sore throat, and rubella. It has also been cooked with Niu Bang Gen or Gobo Root to make a refreshing summer salad.

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

Actions

Releases the Exterior

Disperses Wind-Heat

Benefits the Throat

Relieves Toxicity

Vents Rashes

Moistens the Intestines

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.