Pin Yin: Hong jing tian
English: Rhodiola
Latin: Rhodiola crenulata
Properties: bitter, warm
Channels: Lung, Heart
Key Characteristics: Qi tonic, blood circulation, enhance mental functions.
Indications: clear the lungs, nourish the heart, stop bleeding, and dissipate swelling and bruises. General weakness after major illness, chest pain, fatigue, shortness of breath, and neurosis in addition to high altitude sickness.