burdock
Latin: Atrium lappa
Parts used: Primarily roots, also leaves
Flavors: Bitter, sweet, pungent
Energetics: Neutral, drying, moistening
Actions: Alterative, diuretic, diaphoretic, bitter tonic, pre-biotic, slightly laxative, nutritive tonic, lumphagogue
Affinities: Liver/Gallbladder, digestive system, kidneys, blood, lymphatic system, skin, nervous system, reproductive system,
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