Lycopus lucidus

Lycopus lucidus is a species of plant in the family Lamiaceae.

The aerial parts (澤蘭, 泽兰 zélán) and the dried rhizomes (地筍, 地笋 dìsǔn) are used in traditional Chinese medicine, have a reputation for promoting blood circulation and energy (qi), and preventing water retention.

They are said to have a "warming" property, and have a mild bittersweet flavor.

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Bowl of deep fried Lycopus lucidus rhizomes