防风
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Fang Feng

Radix Saposhnikoviae

Saposhnikovia Root

Exterior-Releasing
About this herb

Despite its name meaning 'guard against wind,' it's used to release surface wind rather than literally block it.

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PinyinFang Feng
Chinese防风
Latin (pharmaceutical)Radix Saposhnikoviae
EnglishSaposhnikovia Root
CategoryExterior-Releasing
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