Chrysanthemum
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Chrysanthemum in TCM:

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



Temperature: cold

Channels: LU, LV

Flavors: sweet, bitter
Tonifies: yin

Special Properties:
clears heat, disperses wind


See also: Ju Hua

In terms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Chrysanthemum is known for its ability to tonify yin. It also helps to clear heat and expel wind.

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