Asparagus cochinchinensis that we grow in our vegetable gardens or buy at the grocery store is Asparagus officinalis. The root of its relative, wild asparagus (Asparagus cochinchinensis), is used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. The Chinese name of it is Tian Men Dong.

Main Function of Asparagus Cochinchinensis

1. The Lungs

The Chinese say that “wisdom comes from the lungs.” and that’s why we can see this herb play such an important role in our lung health both on a spiritual level and of course a physical. It is a powerful but gentle tonic for the lungs and it helps to moisten dry lungs. It would be great for smokers, exposure to toxins, dry environments and for people with dry coughs. Its helps to moisten the lungs, break away tar, removing toxins from the respiratory tract, and improves all respiratory functions. This herb assists your body’s natural ability to produce mucous, breath deeper and is currently being studied for the treatment of lung cancer. It’s a great way to keep your lungs healthy and clean!

2. The Skin

Beautiful skin is a sure sign of pure blood and healthy lungs. Many Tibetan Buddhist monks revere this herb and say that it’s why they’re skin is so soft and they look so young. This root contain vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients that naturally promote soft, smooth, supple healthy skin from the inside out!

3. Mental Happiness

Taoists claim that by consuming Wild Asparagus Root a person gains the ability to fly. This flying symbolizes the ability to rise above things that are mundane and is the freedom of Spirit that can be experienced when one has attained harmony. Among its ability to help with the lungs and skin it can cultivate an increased sense of compassion, opening the heart center and relaxing an overactive mind. Many people who take this herb for prolonged amounts of time say that it has increased their levels of joy and happiness.

4. Sexual Health

This herb has also been traditionally used as a powerful sexual tonic for both men and women, similar to the ayurvedic herb Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus). Its ability to open the heart, relax the mind and increase bodily fluid plays a key factor as an aphrodisiac and sexual tonic. The nutrients contained in the root are known to help infertility, genital dryness and address sexual inhibitions.