Magnolia Bark, Hòu Po, 厚朴, Cortex Magnoliae Officinalis
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Space USA: Magnolia Officinalis USDA Zones: Native: Habitats: Herbal medicine may interact negatively with pharma drugs and other herbs. Examples below: Herbs: Pharma Drugs:Anticoagulant drugs
Health Benefits
For: Wheezing • Hypertension
Attributes: Anticoagulant • Antibiotic • Hypotensive • Antacid • Respiratory stimulant
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Other Names: Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing
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Magnolia Officinalis is not in the USDA Plant Database. Drill down via USDA Interactive Map:
Category: Aromatic Transform Damp
English: Magnolia Bark Pinyin: Hou Po Pharmaceutical: Cortex Magnoliae Officinalis
Organs: Spleen • Stomach • Lung • Large Intestine Temperature: Warm
Taste: Acrid • Bitter • Aromatic Toxicity:
Patterns:
Actions: Transform dampness • Clear phlegm • Regulate and descend Qi • Calm wheezing • Descend rebellious Qi • Warm Middle Jiao • Break Qi stagnation
Indications: Wheezing • Phlegm • Qi Stagnation • Acidic stomach
Contraindications: Pregnancy
Typical Dosage: 3g - 9g Guidelines
Parts Used: Bark Notable for: Promote Qi movement • Descend lung Qi
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Purpose
Formulas with Hou Po
Ping Wei San • Hou Po Wen Zhong Tang • Su Zi Jiang Qi Tang
Alert
Be cautions with all medicine.
Potential Drug Interactions
Information in this post came from many sources, including class notes, practitioners, websites, webinars, books, magazines, and editor's personal experience. While the original source often came from historical Chinese texts, variations may result from the numerous English translations. Always consult a doctor prior to using these drugs. The information here is strictly for educational purposes.
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