Tuber - Root of Common Turmeric, Turmeric Root Tuber
Radix Curcumae, Curcumae Radix
Yu Jin

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Pungent; bitter; cold

Part(s) used

Tuberoid

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

1. to invigorate blood and stop pain; 2. to promote qi circulation and release stagnation; 3. to cool blood and clear heat in the heart; 4. to relieve jaundice and facilitate gall bladder function

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

See curcuma longa.