Poria

Category

Drain Dampness

English / Chinese

China Root, Tuckahoe, Hoelen, Matsuhodo / Fu Ling

Meridians

Heart, Spleen, Lung, Kidney

Taste

Sweet, bland

Temperature

Neutral

Functions

1. Promotes urination and dries out dampness
2. Supplements the Spleen and harmonizes the middle burner
3. Supplements the Spleen and transforms phlegm
4. Quiets the Heart and calms the spirit

Contraindications

• Caution with yin deficiency, sunken Spleen qi
• Avoid vinegar when taking Poria
• Poria counteracts Di Yu, Qin Jiao, Bie Jia

Dosage

9-15g