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Lycopus lucidus

Plants

Family: Lamiaceae · Genus: Lycopus

Lycopus lucidus

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Lycopus lucidus is a species of plant in the family Lamiaceae. The aerial parts and the dried rhizomes are used in traditional Chinese medicine, 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.

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Growing details and traits for Lycopus lucidus in the Library.

No cultivars in the Library yet — the full profile above covers the species itself.