Trichosanthes Root
Trichosanthes root is the dried tuberous root of the plant *Trichosanthes kirilowii*, a member of the Cucurbitaceae family.
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Figwort Root
Scrophularia root is the dried root of the plant *Scrophularia ningpoensis*, a member of the Scrophulariaceae family.
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Cyperi Rhizoma
Cyperus rotundus is the dried rhizome (tuber) of the sedge family Cyperus rotundus.
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Platycodon Root
Balloon flower (Jiegeng) is the dried root of the plant *Platycodon grandiflorus*, a member of the Campanulaceae family.
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Peach Kernel
Peach kernel is the dried mature seed of the peach tree, *Prunus persica*, belonging to the Rosaceae family.
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Phellodendron Bark
The core function of Phellodendron bark is to clear damp-heat from the lower body and subdue deficient fire in the kidneys, making it a classic remedy for damp-heat syndromes of the genitourinary system and syndromes of yin deficiency with excessive fire.
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Areca Nut
Betel nut is a medicinal herb with a long history of use, primarily known for its effects in expelling parasites and promoting the flow of qi and diuresis.
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Dodder Seed
Dodder seeds are the dried, mature seeds of various parasitic plants belonging to the genus *Cuscuta* in the Convolvulaceae family.
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Jade Bamboo
Polygonatum odoratum is a classic herb used to nourish yin, and its main function is to replenish yin and moisturize dryness.
