Lycopus lucidus
Lycopus lucidus is a species of plant in the family Lamiaceae. The dried rhizomes are used in Traditional Chinese Medicine, where they are known as Lycopi rhizoma or ze lan (澤蘭, 泽兰 zélán) and have a reputation for promoting blood circulation and energy (qi), and preventing water retention. They are said to have a "warming" property, and have a mild bittersweet flavor.
Bowl of deep fried Lycopus lucidus rhizomes
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Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Asterids |
| Order: | Lamiales |
| Family: | Lamiaceae |
| Genus: | Lycopus |
| Species: | L. lucidus |
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References
- "Flora of China". eFloras.org.
- "Di Sun". Asian Anti-Cancer Materia Database.
- Yun Y, Han S, Park E, Yim D, Lee S, Lee CK, Cho K, Kim K (December 2003). "Immunomodulatory activity of betulinic acid by producing pro-inflammatory cytokines and activation of macrophages". Arch Pharm Res. 26 (12): 1087–95. doi:10.1007/bf02994763. PMID 14723345.CS1 maint: uses authors parameter (link)
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