Sang Zhi

Herbs that Dispel Wind-Dampness

 

 

Channels:
LIV

Properties:
Bitter, Sweet, Slightly Cold

Common:
Mulberry Twig

Latin:
Ramulus Mon Albi

 

Functions:

 

  • To dispel wind and dampness;
  • To clear the collaterals

 

Indications & Combinations:

 

  • Wind-damp obstruction syndrome manifested as rheumatic pain and spasm of the limbs. Mulberry twigs (Sangzhi) is used alone or with Tetrandra root (Fangji), Chaenomeles fruit (Mugua) and Chinese starjasmine (Luoshiteng).

 

Dosage:

  • 10-30 g