Description

Perilla stem (sugeng)

perilla stem (sugeng) refers to the stem of perilla frutescens, which is pungent-spicy, sweet and warm. It enters through the lung, spleen and stomach meridians. The herb promotes qi in the chest and diaphram (relieving distention and pain in the chest, abdomen and costal region) and calms restless fetuses. Perilla stem (sugeng) is usually combined with cyperus tuber (xiangfu) and tangerine peel (chenpi).

dosage is 5-10 g. The herb should not be boiled for a long time.

this statement has not been evaluated by the food and drug administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always used this herb under instructions of a licensed herbalist.