California License Exam, Pacific College Comps
Epimedii Herba
Epimedium Aerial Parts
Tonify the Yang
Acrid, Sweet
Dry-fried to enhance its ability to tonify the yang and expel wind-dampness.
Warm
Tonifies the Kidneys
Strengthens the Yang
Expels Wind-Damp-Cold
Use caution with yin deficiency fire. Do not use long term.
9-15g. Fry in sesame oil, or make a wine-based tincture to tonify Kidney yang.
KD, LIV