Functions:
Expel dampness
Harmonize middle jiao
Relieve exterior syndromes
Stop vomiting
Move qi
Transform moisture
Relieve summer heat

Indication:
Summer heat and dampness, cold in summer, stomach flu, fever and chill, headache, oppressed feeling in the chest and abdomen, vomiting, diarrhea.

Also called Purple Giant Hyssop, Indian Mint, Patchouli Herb, Wrinkled Giant Hyssop and psuedo-Patchouli. Not to be confused with Pogostemon cablin, also called Patchouli.

Korean mint is commonly used in Chinese herbalism, where it is considered to be one of the 50 fundamental herbs. Considered to be a ''warming'' herb, it is used in situations where there is ''dampness'' within the digestive system, resulting in poor digestion and reduced vitality.

The leaves and stems are antibacterial, antifungal, aromatic, carminative, diaphoretic, febrifuge and stomachic. They are used internally to improve the appetite and strengthen the digestive system, they relieve symptoms such as abdominal bloating, indigestion, nausea and vomiting. They are also used to treat morning sickness.

The leaves are also used in the treatment of chest congestion, diarrhoea and headaches. An infusion of the leaves is used in the treatment of angina pains. The plant is used as a folk remedy for cancer, extracts of the plant have shown anticancer activity.

Toxicity:
Relatively safe for long term use

Phyto-chemicals:
Patchouli alcohol, patchouli pyridine, eugenol, cinnamic aldehyde, pogostol

Western Properties:
Stomachic, anti-emetic, anti-diarrhea, anti-pyretic, diaphoretic, anti-fungal, antibacterial (active against leptospira), mild sedative, anti-spasmodic.

Dosage per Decoction:
3 - 12g (contains volatile components, add in last 10 minutes of 1st simmering)

This is Plum Flower brand's nitrogen-flushed vacuum pack.

Plum Flower is one of the most distinguished herb houses in the world.

Sulfur Free, Chlorine Free, Aluminum Phosphate Free.

Sulfites are used to give herbs the appearance of freshness. As with dried fruit, unsulfured herbs look different than those that are adulterated with preservatives. Herbs that are preservative free are more natural looking and are generally darker. The brightness of the herbs may be appealing, but it indicates the presence of harmful additives. Despite their appearance, unsulfured herbs are more fresh and safer than regular commercially available products.

The use of sulfur, chlorine and aluminum phosphate was made unnecessary through the establishment of Plum Flower processing stations in China. Herb harvesters slice and process the herbs fresh, avoiding the need to rehydrate dried herbs later to process. This first step is crucial, as rehydration leads to decomposition and thus the need for preservatives.

The herbs are then packed and the packages vacuum-packed, injected with nitrogen, and sealed. The nitrogen process combined with the lack of sulfur treatment inhibits the growth of anaerobic organisms, resulting in safer, higher quality herbs. After opening, store in a cool dry place.

The facilities in Lanzhou and Guang Zhou, China, scientifically test each batch of herbs before, during and after the processing to make sure that all the active ingredients are present. Herbs are also tested to ensure that the formulas surpass all FDA guidelines regarding heavy metals. Those herbs exported to the U.S. are voluntarily submitted to the FDA for approval.

Finally, batches are regularly sent out for quality control testing in third-party labs to double-ensure that Plum Flower products are 100% free of pharmaceuticals, preservatives and dyes.

The Lanzhou and Guang Zhou factories are so clean, they are certified by the Australian Government’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (GMP). These standards surpass any of the FDA, and are considered the highest for any government agency in the world.