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Radix Aucklandiae, also known as Aucklandia Lappa or Saussurea costus, is the root of the Saussurea costus (formerly Aucklandia costus) plant, a perennial herb belonging to the Asteraceae family. It is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb with a long history of use in both Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Ayurveda.
Key Information:
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1. Chinese Name (Pinyin): Mù Xiāng (木香)
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2. Common English Names: Costus root, Saussurea root, Aucklandia root
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3. Part Used: Dried root
Properties & Uses in TCM:
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1. Taste: Pungent, bitter
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2. Nature: Warm
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3. Meridians Entered: Spleen, Stomach, Large Intestine, Gallbladder
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4. Functions:
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Promotes Qi (气) circulation to relieve pain and distension.
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Regulates digestive disorders (bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhea).
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Strengthens the Spleen and Stomach to improve digestion.
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Used in formulas for dampness and phlegm conditions.
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Common Applications:
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1. Digestive issues: Abdominal pain, bloating, nausea, diarrhea.
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2. Qi stagnation: Emotional stress-related digestive dysfunction.
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3. Combination with other herbs: Often used with Cyperus rotundus (Xiang Fu) and Aucklandia (Mu Xiang) in formulas like Mu Xiang Shun Qi Wan (木香顺气丸).
Modern Research:
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1. Contains active compounds like costunolide and dehydrocostus lactone, which have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial.
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2. May help with ulcers, gastritis, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).