Zedoary
Breaks blood stasis, moves qi.
Overview
Zedoary rhizome is acrid-bitter-warm—breaks blood stasis, moves qi, disperses accumulations—potent aromatic for excess patterns.
Nature & meridians
Acrid, bitter, warm; Liver and Spleen.
Key ideas
- Blood stasis masses: severe dysmenorrhea in prescribed settings.
- Food accumulation: fixed stabbing epigastric pain.
Aromatherapy notes
Contraindicated in pregnancy, menorrhagia, and qi-blood deficiency without stasis—not for heavy aromatherapy.
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Data Source: Tianfu Aromatherapy Institute
Disclaimer: For health literacy only—not a substitute for medical care.