Bai Bu (Stemona Root)

Herb 1 of 12 in Herbs that Relieve Coughing and Wheezing

Channels:
LU

Properties:
Sweet, Bitter, Slightly Warm (or Neutral)

Latin Name:
Radix Stemonae

Bai Bu means "Hundred Parts"

Actions

Moistens the Lung and Stops Cough
For acute or chronic, hot or cold, and deficient or excess cough conditions. Excellent for chronic respiratory disorders and chronic cough from deficiency such as tuberculosis.
Anti-Parasitic
Used topically, this herb kills body or head lice, fleas, pinworm (enema), and other itchy dermatological disorders.

Contraindications and Cautions

Do not use in cases of Spleen deficiency, loose stool, or diarrhea

Herb-Drug Interactions

This section is being researched, and is not completed.

Toxicity and Overdose

This section is being researched, and is not completed.

Dosage

5-10 grams

This Herb Appears in the Following Formulas:

Zhi Sou San (Stop Coughing Powder)
Formulas that Transform Phlegm and Extinguish Wind

References

Herbs

13. Chinese Herbal Medicine: Materia Medica (Revised Edition)
- Dan Bensky

25. Lancet 2000 January 8;355(9198):134-138 (Article)
- Fugh-Berman A.

17. Handbook of Chinese Herbs (Second Edition)
- Him Che. Yeung

12. Chinese Medical Herbology and Pharmacology (First Edition)
- John K. Chen, Tina T. Chen

26. Herbal Drugs and Phytopharmaceuticals (Third Edition)
- Max Wichtl

Formulas

15. Chinese Herbal Medicine: Formulas and Strategies (First Edition)
- Dan Bensky

18. Handbook of Chinese Herbal Formulas (First Edition)
- Him Che. Yeung

16. The Traditional Chinese Medicine Formula Study Guide (First Edition)
- Qiao Yi

Only use Chinese herbs or formulas under the direct care and supervision of a licensed Acupuncturist/Herbalist.
Some of the substances included on this website are no longer used, and are included for historical reference only.