Cao Guo (Tsaoko Fruit)

Herb 4 of 8 in Aromatic Herbs that Transform and Dissolve Dampness

Channels:

SP, ST

Properties:

Spicy, Warm

Latin:

Fructus Amomi Tsao-ko

Chinese:

草果

Tone Marks:

căo guŏ

Translation:

Grass Fruit

Chinese Herb Actions

• Dries Dampness and Warms the Middle Jiao
  For Damp and Cold accumulation in the Spleen and Stomach with symptoms such as abdominal fullness and pain, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and a greasy tongue coating.
• Treats Malarial Disorders
  For Malaria due to cold and dampness with symptoms such as intermittent chills and fever.
• Dissipates Heat Accumulation
  For fullness and pain due to heat stagnation.

Chinese Herb Contraindications & Cautions

• Do not use in cases of Qi or Blood Deficiency.

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Chinese Herb Dosage

• 3-6 grams

Chinese Herb Notes

• Cao Dou Kou and Cao Guo both warm the middle and dry damp, Cao Dou Kou however, is slightly stronger.

This Herb Appears in the Following Formulas:

• Da Yuan Yin (Reach the Membrane Source Decoction)
  Category: Formulas that Harmonize Lesser Yang-stage Disorders
• Shi Pi Yin (Bolster the Spleen Decoction)
  Category: Formulas that Warm and Transform Water and Dampness