Kingdom Plantae Family Lamiaceae Rank Species | Order Lamiales Genus Lycopus | |
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Similar Lycopus, Stachys geobombycis, Lycopus cavaleriei, Lycopus uniflorus, Lycopus europaeus | ||
Lycopus lucidus is a species of plant in the Lamiaceae family. The dried rhizomes are used in Traditional Chinese Medicine, where they are known as Lycopi rhizoma 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.
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