Pu Gong Ying （蒲公英）

Herba Taraxaci, Dandelion, Mongolian Dandelion, Taraxacum

Price range: $3.95 through $14.95

Pu Gong Ying has been used in a variety of cases including abscesses, acne, cystic acne, carbuncles, red eyes, conjunctivits, cirrhosis, jaundice, urinary tract infection, bacterial prostatitis, sore throat, sinusitis, insufficient and lactation. The fresh greens can also be sauteed in white wine for a refreshingly bitter addition to a summer meal.

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

9-30g

Actions

Clears Liver Heat

Clears the Eyes

Relieves Fire Toxicity

Promotes Lactation

Reduces Abscesses

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.