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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