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薄荷
Bo He	Menthae haplocalycis

Properties:	Pungent, Aromatic - Cool
Meridians:	LU, LR

Names:

Hairy Mint, Marsh Mint, Water Mint. Mentha aquatica. Field Mint (Mentha)

Family: Labiatae or Lamiaceae.

Functions

expel wind-heat – fever, headache, cough
clears head and eyes- aids throat, sore throat, red eyes, headache
clears rashes – early stage to accelerates rash at early stage
liver Qi stagnation – emotional, gynaecological disorders

Dosage: 1.5 – 6g.

Also Used For:

Orally, Bo He / Wild Mint is used for diarrhea and painful menstruation. It is also used as an astringent and stimulant.

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