Properties:
Sweet
Slightly Warm

Channels affected:
Spleen, Lung

Uses:
Tonifies Spleen and Qi, used in cases of lack of appetite, fatigue and loose stools. Raises the Yang qi, especially of the Stomach and Spleen. Used for organ prolapse and uterine bleeding. Stabilizes sweating and tonifies Wei qi (immunity). Regulates water metabolism and can clear edema. Used for Xiao Ke (diabetes).

Contraindications/precautions:
Contraindicated in patients with both deficiency and excess Heat