Dried Ophiopogon (Mai Dong)

Alias:
Ophiopogon Root, Mai Dong, Mai Dong Grass, Yu Zhu, Tian Men Dong

Properties:
Sweet, Cold

Pharmacological Effects:

• Ophiopogon root (Mai Dong) has the effects of nourishing yin, moistening the lungs, clearing the heart, and calming the mind. It is commonly used to treat lung deficiency, cough, dry mouth, constipation, and other related symptoms.
• Modern research shows that Mai Dong contains rich active ingredients like polysaccharides, saponins, and amino acids, which have significant antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immune-regulating effects.
• Mai Dong effectively improves lung health, nourishes lung yin, and alleviates symptoms like dry cough, dry throat, and scanty sputum caused by yin deficiency and excess internal heat.
• It has a mild laxative effect and can help relieve constipation and promote bowel movements.
• Mai Dong is also beneficial for heart health, calming the mind, and helping with conditions such as anxiety, insomnia, and restlessness.
• Suitable for the adjunctive treatment of lung yin deficiency, cough, dry mouth, constipation, and insomnia.