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Simple Herbal Extracts | Chinese Asparagus Root

Name	Chinese Asparagus Root
Botanical Name	Asparagus cochinchinensis
Part Used	roots
Contraindications	None *
Traditional Information*	A yin tonic that is moistening and tonifying to mucus membrane tissue, the lungs and stomach. It is indicated for dry mouth, dry coughs, dry, sticky, hard-to-expectorate mucus, vaginal dryness, gastric irritation and other common signs of yin deficiency.

Herbal Therapeutics Research Library, David Winston (RH) AHG

*Disclaimer: The information on historical, ethnobotanical and phytotherapeutic uses of herbs and traditional formulas contained herein is based on the experience and research of the author. It is not intended as a substitute for consulting with your physician or other health care provider. Any attempt to diagnose and treat an illness should be done under the direction of a health care professional. The publisher and author are not responsible for any adverse effects or consequences resulting from the use of any of the information discussed. Should you have any questions concerning the appropriateness of any preparation mentioned, the author strongly suggests consulting a professional health care advisor.