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Solomons Seal Root Profile

Also known as

Polygonatum biflorum and odoratum, Polygonatum, King Solomon's Seal, American Solomon's Seal, and Yu Zhu.

Introduction

When the plant's stalk withers away from its root in the Fall, it leaves a scar shaped like a star of David, hence the herb's common name. Known in the Chinese language as "jade bamboo," Solomon's seal has been employed as a treatment of complaints of the lungs and stomach since the writing of the Divine Husbandman's Classic of the Materia Medica, written over 2,000 years ago.

Constituents

convallamarin, convallarin, quercitol, vitamin A.

Parts Used

Rhizome. Should be long, thick, and yellowish white.

Typical Preparations

Teas, with other herbs. Used with coix (Job's tears) to relieve chest congestion. Used with mint and soy to treat allergies, asthma, and infections after exposure to heat or cold. May also be taken as a capsule or extract.

Summary

In Chinese medicine, Solomon's seal is used to "moisten dryness," relieving symptoms of cough, dry throat, irritability, or thirst. It also "extinguishes wind," sometimes by relieving flatulence, but also by stopping pain and spasms of various kinds. Because Solomon seal's effects are gentle, it can be used by persons of weak constitution. A somewhat cold and sweet herb, Solomon's seal is considered a yin tonic and can also help to lower blood pressure.

Precautions

Avoid when there is nervous stomach or other digestive disorders.

For educational purposes only This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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