More details on this herb by consulting Newsletter 19 - HOU PO

Class: Aromatic Herbs that Dispel Dampness
Name:
Pinyin: Hou Po
Pharmaceutical: Cortex Magnoliae Officinalis
Other names: Chuan Po, Sheng Chuan Po, Sheng Hou Po, Hou Pu
Description: Officinal Magnolia Bark.
Properties:
Nature: Warm.
Taste: Bitter, pungent.
Organ: Spleen, Stomach, Lungs, Large Intestine.
Toxicity: Non toxic.
Actions:
Moves Qi.
Dries Dampness.
Eliminates accumulation from the Middle Burner.
Calms dyspnea.
Comparisons:
Zhi Shi is more effective to break up the Qi and resolve oedema.
Warning:
Contraindications: Pregnancy.