1 lb authentic, natural Gan Cao in bulk herb (sealed bag) Common names: Licorice Root Scientific name: Radix Glycyrrhizae Family: Leguminosae Parts used: Roots Main Medical Uses: Vital Energy, Heat, Antitoxic, Skin Infections, Sore Throat, Phlegm, Cough, Pain Benefits: Licorice Root invigorates vital energy, clears away heat and toxins. Helps clear skin infections, sore throat, intoxication. Effectively eliminates phlegm, relieves cough and alleviates pain Based on standardized traditions of Chinese Medicine, the process of selecting, slicing, drying, sterilizing, fermenting, roasting, and steaming has been applied to achieve best properties and efficiencies of each herb. Caution: Use single Chinese herbs with caution; professional healthcare advice is recommended. Chinese herbs are generally combined in herbal formulas to work effectively together for desired results, and to minimize potential side effects. You can search our extensive collection of patent Chinese medicine to find the formula with the utilized herb most suitable for your health needs. (Please note: Photos are for illustrative purposes only. Actual colour, cut, and size may vary)