Ground pine, Shēn Jīn Cǎo, 伸筋草, Herba Lycopodii

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Lycopodium Japonicum is not in the USDA Plant Database.  Drill down via USDA Interactive Map:

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Category: Drain Dampness 
English: Ground pine    Pinyin:  Shen Jin Cao      Pharmaceutical: Herba Lycopodii  
Organs: Spleen • Liver • Kidney      Temperature: Warm  
Taste: Bitter, Pungent      Toxicity:   
Patterns: Blood Stagnation 
Actions:  dispel Wind, dry dampness, relax sinews, invigorate Bloood and collaterals
Indications: Wind damp Bi - particularly with joint stiffness; swelling and pain with external/internal trauma, hemiplegia stiffness
Contraindications: Pregnancy
Typical Dosage: 6g - 15g          Guidelines
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Combine With Purpose
Formulas with Shen Jin Cao
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Herbal medicine may interact negatively with pharma drugs and other herbs.  Examples below:

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Information in this post came from many sources, including class notes, practitioners, websites, webinars, books, magazines, and editor's personal experience.  While the original source often came from historical Chinese texts,  variations may result from the numerous English translations.   Always consult a doctor prior to using these drugs.  The information here is strictly for educational purposes. 

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