Patchouli
Transforms dampness, harmonizes center.
Overview
Pogostemon herb transforms turbid damp—resolves summerheat, releases exterior, harmonizes the middle, and stops vomiting—oils are famous for deep earthy notes.
Nature & meridians
Acrid, mildly warm; Spleen, Stomach, Lung.
Key ideas
- Middle burner damp: epigastric fullness, poor appetite, sticky mouth.
- Summerheat-damp exterior: heavy head and limbs in complex formulas.
- Grounding aroma: damp rooms and calming blends at low dose.
Aromatherapy notes
Yin-blood dryness / weak digestion may dislike heavy patchouli; keep EOs dilute.
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Data Source: Tianfu Aromatherapy Institute
Disclaimer: For health literacy only—not a substitute for medical care.