Ban Zhu Hua

Name

Ban Zhu Hua (Herba Hemigraphis Procumbens)

The Effect of Ban Zhu Hua

Property

Slightly bitter, pungent, cool.

Actions

Clear heat, remove toxicity, eliminate dampness, relieve itching, resolve swelling and alleviate pain.

Indications

Traumatic injury, eczema, sores and boils, dysentery, skin itch, insect bites.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 9~15 g. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded into juice for applying or decocted for washing.