Sorghum
Sorghum Bicolor
Gao Liang

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Sweet; astringent; warm

Part(s) used

Seed

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To fortify spleen and check diarrhea, transform phlegm and quiet spirit.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Cholera, spleen vacuity diarrhea, indigestion, phlegm-damp cough, insomnia and frequent dreaming.