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Fang Feng
防风
Saposhnikovia root
Saposhnikovia divaricata
A milder wind herb, used when the surface is not extremely closed.
Not for self-dosing. This page is not a formula, not a strength, and not a substitute for a licensed herbalist or physician.
Category
Warm · Acrid, Sweet
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Traditional uses
Name means “guard against wind.” Less harsh than Ma Huang. Texts use it for wandering aches, a mild chill, and some skin-wind patterns. It is a supporting herb more often than a star.
Common pairings
- Bai Zhi 白芷
Two surface herbs: Fang Feng for the body, Bai Zhi when the face and forehead are the focus.
- Ge Gen 葛根
A milder wind pair: Ge Gen for the stiff nape, Fang Feng for a wandering surface ache.
Cautions
Not for self-dosing. Warm and drying if used a long time in a person who is already dry.
Points with a similar aim
Broken Sequence
Wrist point for the nape, a fresh cold, and the Ren vessel.
Use caution
Yang Stream
Snuffbox wrist point for local wrist pain.
Use caution
Pool at the Crook
Outer elbow point taught for heat, skin patterns, and local pain.
Upper Arm
Upper-arm point for shoulder reach and local ache.
Shoulder Bone
Front shoulder hollow for stiff reach.
Welcome Fragrance
Beside the nostril, the point people find for a stuffy nose.
Use caution
Earth Granary
Beside the corner of the mouth.
Use caution
Jaw Bone
Masseter point for a tight jaw.