Niu Xi (Chuan) (Cyathula Root)

Niu Xi (Chuan) (Cyathula root)

Cyathula Officinali; Cyathulae Radix

Literally meaning "Sichuan Ox Knee", Chuan Niu Xi is very similar to Huai Niu Xi with the primary distinction that while Huai Niu Xi is a Liver and Kidney tonic first and foremost, Chuan Niu Xi is a Blood Invigorator first and foremost, and a Kidney tonic secondary.

Chuan Niu Xi is bitter and sour in flavor and neutral in energy. It enters the Liver and Kidney meridians.

Properties

Bitter, sour, neutral

Channels Entered

Liver, Kidney