Solomon's Seal
Also Known As: Polygonatum Odoratum
Chinese Name: 玉竹
Thermal Nature: Cold
Flavor: Sweet
Organ Meridian: Lung, stomach
Properties: Nourish Yin, relieve cough, quench thirst
Best Use For: Treating Yin deficiency in the lungs, relieving dry cough, relieving Yin deficiency in the stomach (dry mouth, poor appetite, etc)
Serving Per Day For One Person: 6 to 12g
Dietary Caution: People with bloated stomach should minimize consumption of solomon’s seal alone
Suitable For: Yin deficiency body constitution