Individual Herbs Notebook

Bai Dou Kou

Pharmaceutical: Fructus Amomi rotundus
Taxonomy: Amomum krervanh seu compactus

Other names: Round Cardamom / White Cardamom / Java Cardamom

Category: Aromatic Herbs that Transform Dampness



Properties: Pungent, warm

Meridans Entered:
Primary: Spleen, Stomach and Lung


Traditional Actions/Indications:
  1. Promotes the movement of Qi, aromatically transforms Dampness and strengthens the Stomach
    Dampness Obstructing the Middle Jiao and Damp-Warmth (a stifling sensation in the chest, fullness in the epigastrium, anorexia and a very greasy tongue coat)
  2. Warms the Middle Jiao, descends Qi and stops vomiting
    Vomiting due to Spleen and Stomach, Deficiency Cold, Spleen and Stomach Cold, Cold Dampness and Food Stagnation

Suggested Daily Dosage: 3-6g in decoction.


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