Agastaches pogostemi herb

Also Known As:  

Huo xiang, Patchouli, Patchouly, Putcha-Pat. Pogostemon cablin, synonyms Pogostemon heyneanus, Pogostemon patchouly.

Family: Labiatae or Lamiaceae.

Properties:

aromatically transports turbid dampness
harmonizes middle burner, stop vomiting
release exterior (wind-damp-cold), stomach flu

• *cook seeds in last 5 minutes of decoction
   

Dosage: 4.5 – 9g.

Also Used For:

In Chinese medicine, Huo Xiang/Patchouly oil is used orally for colds, headaches, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. It is also used orally to treat bad breath, particularly when it is associated with alcohol ingestion. The leaf, fruit, and flower are used to treat tumors.

In Foods and beverages, patchouly oil is used as a flavor ingredient.

In Manufacturing, patchouly oil is used in perfumes and cosmetics.