Root or stem of Tomentose Japanese Snowbell

Name

Hu Die Shu (Root or stem of Tomentose Japanese Snowbell)

The Effect of Root or stem of Tomentose Japanese Snowbell

Property

Bitter, pungent, sour, neutral.

Actions

Clear heat, remove toxicity, strengthen the spleen and remove food retention, expel wind and alleviate pain.

Indications

Cold caused by wind-heat, rheumatic arthritis, infantile malnutrition, lymphnoditis, sores.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 3~9 g. Proper dosage is for external application. Stir-bake it into charcoal and then pound into powder for applying on the affected area.