Hua Tou Cao

Name

Hua Tou Cao (Whiteflower violet herb with root)

The Effect of Hua Tou Cao

Property

Slightly bitter, cold; large intestine, liver and heart meridians entered.

Actions

Clear heat and remove toxicity, disperse stasis and resolve swelling.

Indications

Jaundice, sores and boils, scabies, stranguria with turbid discharge, nebula, acute appendicitis.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 9~15 g, or 30~60 g of the fresh. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying.

Cautions

It is contraindicated in case of deficiency cold.