Chicory Herb, Chicory Herb, Chicory Root
Herba Cichorii, Herba Cichorii, Radix Cichorii
Ju Ju

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Slightly bitter; salty; cool

Part(s) used

Aerial parts or root

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To remove heat from the liver, to stimulate the discharge of bile, to promote digestion and increase appetite, and to cause diuresis.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Treatment of jaundice caused by damp-heat, epigastric pain with impairment of appetite, edema with oliguria.