Elecampane
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Elecampane in TCM:

Explore the properties of Elecampane according to Chinese
Nutrition and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM):



Temperature: warm

Channels: LU, SP, LV

Flavors: sweet, bitter, salty
Tonifies: qi

Special Properties:
eliminates toxins, resolves phlegm


In terms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Elecampane is known for its ability to tonify qi. It also helps to eliminate toxins and expel phlegm.

In general the ancient Chinese medical texts cite that it enters the lung, spleen, and liver. The flavor of Elecampane is sweet, bitter, and salty, and it is considered to be warm in temperature.