Yu Xing Cao (Houttuynia)

Herb 27 of 29 in Herbs that Clear Heat and Eliminate Toxins

Yu Xing Cao (Herba cum Radice Houttuyniae Cordatae)

Channels:
LI, LU

Properties:
Spicy, Cool

Latin Name:
Herba cum Radice Houttuyniae Cordatae

Yu Xing Cao means "Fishy Smelling Herb"

Actions

Eliminates Heat and Toxins
Reduces Lung abscess, infections, cough with thick yellowish-green sputum, bronchitis, and pneumonia.
Detoxifies and Expels Pus
Used both internally and topically for purulent sores.
Drains Dampness
For Damp-Heat in the Large Intestine, colitis, or urinary tract infection.

Contraindications and Cautions

Do not use in cases of cold from deficiency, or for Yin type furuncles.

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

15-60 grams. Do not cook for long periods of time.
Part used: leaves and stems.

References

Herbs

13. Chinese Herbal Medicine: Materia Medica (Revised Edition)
- Dan Bensky

25. Lancet 2000 January 8;355(9198):134-138 (Article)
- Fugh-Berman A.

17. Handbook of Chinese Herbs (Second Edition)
- Him Che. Yeung

12. Chinese Medical Herbology and Pharmacology (First Edition)
- John K. Chen, Tina T. Chen

26. Herbal Drugs and Phytopharmaceuticals (Third Edition)
- Max Wichtl

Formulas

15. Chinese Herbal Medicine: Formulas and Strategies (First Edition)
- Dan Bensky

18. Handbook of Chinese Herbal Formulas (First Edition)
- Him Che. Yeung

16. The Traditional Chinese Medicine Formula Study Guide (First Edition)
- Qiao Yi

Only use Chinese herbs or formulas under the direct care and supervision of a licensed Acupuncturist/Herbalist.
Some of the substances included on this website are no longer used, and are included for historical reference only.