Xuan+Fu+Hua+(Inula)

[[image:http://www.plumdragonherbs.com/catalog/images/XuanFuHua1.jpg width="328" height="314" align="right"]]Xuan Fu Hua (Inula) ["Rotated, Upturned Flower"]
Category: Transform phlegm (heat) Nature : Slightly Warm Flavors: Acrid, Bitter, Salty Channels: **LU, ST**, SP, LR

Functions: Resolve phlegm & harmful fluid; **Descend Lung Qi and stop vomiting [Qi rebellion of LU & ST]** Indications: 1. Cough w/ profuse sputum due to accumulation of phlegm in the Lung or distention in the chest & diaphragm due to retention of harmful fluid 2. Vomiting & burping due to rebellious Qi of the Stomach w/ phlegm 3. **Descending; softens hardness & stubborn phlegm**

Dosage: 3-10g. Wrap it w/ cloth or put in small bag when cooking Contra: N/A