What is Baibu? Baibu, also called wild asparagus, is a special plant used to help people feel better. In Chinese, “Baibu” means “hundred parts” because it has many roots. Its science names are Stemona sessilifolia, Stemona japonica, and Stemona tuberosa.

What Part Do We Use? We use the tuberous root (the part underground) to make medicine.

How Much to Use? Use 5 grams of the root.

What Does It Taste Like? It tastes sweet and a little bitter.

How Does It Feel? It has a slightly warm energy.

What Kind of Herb Is It? Baibu is an herb that helps stop coughing and clears mucus from the body.

Which Body Part Does It Help? It works on the lungs.

What Does Baibu Do? Baibu helps:

• Make your lungs feel better
• Stop coughing
• Calm your body’s energy
• Get rid of worms

When Should You Use It? This herb is good for:

• Coughs from feeling tired or weak
• Lung problems like tuberculosis
• Long-lasting bronchitis
• Whooping cough

Why Is Baibu Special? Tests show that Baibu is great at stopping coughs. It’s also used to fight tuberculosis.