Li Lu (Veratrum Root and Rhizome)

Herb 2 of 2 in Herbs that Expel Phlegm by Inducing Vomiting

Channels:

LIV, LU, ST

Properties:

Spicy, Bitter, Cold, Toxic

Latin:

Radix Et Rhizoma Veratri

Chinese:

藜芦

Tone Marks:

lí lú

Chinese Herb Actions

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Chinese Herb Contraindications & Cautions

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Chinese Herb Toxicity & Overdose

• This herb is considered toxic.
  (while some Chinese herbs are toxic, it must be noted that many come prepared, or are combined, to mitigate their toxicity)

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