Ephedra Stem 麻黄

Ephedra sinica

Ephedra Stem is classified as warm in nature and pungent,micro-bitter in flavour, entering the Lung, Bladder meridians. In traditional practice it is described as a herb that releases the exterior, and it is most often considered when the presentation includes wind-cold without sweating.

Reference articles

• Overview

  Ephedra Stem (麻黄) — Complete Guide

• Benefits and Traditional Uses

  Ephedra Stem: Benefits and Traditional Uses

• Dosage and How to Prepare

  Ephedra Stem: Dosage and How to Prepare

• Safety, Cautions and Interactions

  Ephedra Stem: Safety, Cautions and Interactions

• How to Judge Quality

  Ephedra Stem: How to Judge Quality

• Storage and Shelf Life

  Ephedra Stem: Storage and Shelf Life

• What Modern Research Says

  Ephedra Stem: What Modern Research Says

• Classic Combinations

  Ephedra Stem: Classic Combinations

• Buying Guide

  Ephedra Stem: Buying Guide

• Common Questions

  Ephedra Stem — Frequently Asked Questions