Lophatheri Gracilis
Pinyin Mandarin Name
Dan Zhu Ye
Common English Name
Bamboo Leaf
Part of Plant Used
Stem and leaves
Nature
Cold
Taste
Sweet, bland
Meridians Entered
Heart, Stomach, Bladder, Small Intestine
Common Usages
This herb is used in formulas to treat urinary-tract infections with burning and redness (TCM: damp heat), especially where there are symptoms of mouth and tongue sores with hot, swollen gums (TCM: heat in Stomach and Heart channels); also used with symptoms of bronchitis, expectoraton of blood, insomnia, or convulsions.医学.全在线www.med126.com
Traditional Usages and Functions
Clears heat and lessens irritability; promotes urination and clears damp heat; releases exterior and disperses wind heat.
Common Formulas Used In
Lonicera and Forsythia.
Processing Required
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Remarks
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Cautions in Use
Use with caution during pregnancy.
