{"product_id":"zi-cao-gen-lithospermum-root-8-oz","title":"Zi Cao Gen, Lithospermum root - 8 oz.","description":"\u003cp\u003eArnebia Lithospermum Root clears Heat, cools the Blood, invigorates Blood circulation, relieves Fire toxins and encourages rashes; Moistens the Intestines, unblocks the bowels and promotes urination; Clears Damp-Heat from the skin (aids healing of tissues)*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description product-description\" data-model=\"XLite\\Model\\Product\" data-identifier=\"33610\" data-property=\"description\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZi Cao, known in English as Arnebia Root or Lithospermum Root, is a cold-natured single herb in the Clear Heat, Cool Blood category of the Chinese Materia Medica. It enters the Heart and Liver channels and is valued for its ability to clear Heat, cool and invigorate the Blood, relieve Fire toxins, encourage the expression of rashes, moisten the Intestines, and clear Damp-Heat from the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTCM Herb Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZi Cao is principally indicated for Xue Stage Heat, Blood Heat, and Toxic Heat presentations accompanied by dark purple rashes, including eczema, measles, and chicken pox. It is also used for Blood Heat constipation and rashes accompanied by constipation or urinary dysfunction, as well as for Damp-Heat skin lesions or vaginal itching when applied topically. It may be applied topically for burns and wounds as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo species are encompassed under the name Zi Cao: Arnebia, which is softer and referred to as \"soft purple herb,\" and Lithospermi, which is harder and called \"hard purple herb.\" Most classical sources identify Lithospermi as the proper herb for Zi Cao.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZi Cao treats most skin diseases as well as cuts and burns, and is said to cure malignant sores, eruptions, smallpox, and tinea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis herb is reported to cure jaundice with flaming fever in the morning. It is noted as not effective for those with red or black flecks on the body; for such cases, the herb is used to fumigate the arches of the feet, palms, and points DU-20 and LI-8. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZi Cao facilitates the flow of urine. Its Western botanical relatives include borage, used for fevers, and comfrey, used as a general remedy including for c.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eComparison: Zi Cao and Niu Bang Zi\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth Zi Cao and Niu Bang Zi (Fructus Arctii) resolve toxicity, vent rashes, moisten the bowels, and unblock the Intestines. Zi Cao is best for clearing and regulating Blood Heat with a lesser ability to eliminate Damp-Heat; it treats unexpressed rashes due to Blood Heat toxin. Niu Bang Zi mobilizes the Qi level, releases the Exterior, disperses Wind-Heat, benefits the throat, disperses clumps, drains the Interior, descends Qi, and resolves Heat toxin; it treats rashes due to Wind-Heat confined in the Exterior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arnebia\/Lithospermum Root; Arnebiae\/Lithospermi Radix\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChinese Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zi Cao Gen\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnit Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 oz\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotency:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8:1\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet (Salty) (Bitter)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProperties:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cold\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChannels Entered:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heart Liver (Pericardium)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChinese Symptomology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Xue Stage Heat, Blood Heat, Toxic Heat and dark purple rashes (eczema, measles, chicken pox); Blood Heat constipation and rashes accompanied by constipation and\/or urinary dysfunction; Damp-Heat skin lesions or vaginal itching topically, Burns and wounds topically\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMateria Medica:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear Heat - Drain Fire\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContraindications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contraindicated for those with Spleen and Stomach Deficiency with diarrhea or loose stools. Contraindicated for those with Spleen Deficient pox or sores. Contraindicated for those with measles if rash has already appeared. Do not mix or store near urine, horse manure or smoke. Long-term administration of high doses may cause liver cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Far East Summit Single Herb Liquid Extracts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47451570307228,"sku":"FES982-8","price":64.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/2407\/0044\/files\/far_20east_20summit_20chinese_20single_20herb_20extract_208oz_02af49bc-6ea0-40aa-8389-851cca699c87.jpg?v=1787353127","url":"https:\/\/primenaturalfoods.ca\/products\/zi-cao-gen-lithospermum-root-8-oz","provider":"Prime Natural Foods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}