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  Herb 29 of 29 in Herbs that Clear Heat and Eliminate Toxins
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Properties:
Spicy, Bitter, Cold Latin:
Herba cum Radice Violae Yedoensitis Tone Marks:
zĭ huā dì dīng Translation:
Purple Flower Earth Spike |
Actions
- Eliminates Heat and Toxicity
Reduces inflammation of the throat, eyes, and ears, especially effective for treating mumps. Also effective at clearing abscesses of the breast and intestines, and erysipelas. - Relieves Sores from Heat
Used topically or internally for boils, carbuncles, and other sores or abscesses, especially in the head and back.
Contraindications and Cautions
- Do not use in cases of cold from deficiency.
Herb-Drug Interactions
- This section is being researched, and is not completed.
Toxicity and Overdose
- This section is being researched, and is not completed.
Dosage
- 9-15 grams.
- Part used: entire plant.
Notes
- Often used fresh for topical application
This Herb Appears in the Following Formulas:
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- Dan Bensky
- Him Che. Yeung
- John K. Chen, Tina T. Chen
- Max Wichtl
- Dan Bensky
- Him Che. Yeung
- Qiao Yi