Bai Mao Gen-Rhizoma Imperatae-Lalang Grass

Bai Mao Gen 白茅根 Lalang Grass is the dried rhizome of Imperata cylindrica Beauv, a traditional herb in Chinese Medicine (TCM) known for its cooling, hemostatic, and diuretic properties. It is commonly used to stop bleeding, clear heat, and promote urination.

Key Benefits

• Clears Heat & Stops Bleeding（清热止血） – Effective for hematuria, hematemesis, and other bleeding due to heat.
  
• Promotes Urination & Reduces Edema（利尿消肿） – Used for urinary difficulty and edema.
  
• Clears Lung Heat & Relieves Thirst（清肺热，生津止渴） – Helps with cough and thirst caused by lung heat.

Product Specification

• thin, white, fibrous rootstocks (rhizomes)

Usage Methods

• Decoction: Add 9-30g of dried root to water, simmer for 20-30 minutes, strain and drink the tea
• Tea infusion: Use 3-6g for a lighter tea, steep in hot water for 10-15 minutes
• Combined formulas: Often used with other herbs in TCM formulas for synergistic effects

Storage

• Store in airtight container and keep it in a cool and dark place.
• Shelf life 36 months

Safety Notes

• Not recommended for people with cold conditions or yang deficiency (cold hands/feet, low energy)
• Should be avoided by those with spleen and stomach coldness or weak digestion
• Not suitable during pregnancy without professional guidance due to its diuretic properties
• Caution during breastfeeding - consult a healthcare provider first
• This product does not make medical claims.