Plantago (seed)

Category

Drain Dampness

 English / Chinese

Plantago / Che Qian Zi

Meridians

Kidney, Urinary Bladder, Lung, Liver

Taste

Sweet

Temperature

Cold

Functions

1. Promotes urination and clears damp-heat
2. Resolves dampness to stop diarrhea
3. Benefits the eyes
4. Expels phlegm and stops cough

Contraindications

• Pregnancy
• Loss of essence due to Kidney deficiency

Dosage

9-15g