空心柳

Name

Kong Xin Liu (Herb and root of willowleaf spiraea)

1. Kong Xin Liu
2. Herba et Radix Spiraeae Salicifoliae
3. Herb and root of willowleaf spiraea

The Effect of 空心柳

Property

Bitter, neutral; lung and liver meridians entered.

Actions

Activate blood and stimulate the menstrual flow, induce diuresis and relax the bowels, resolve phlegm and relieve cough.

Indications

Difficult urination, constipation, traumatic injury, dysmenorrhea, cough with excessive phlegm, amenorrhea, joint pain.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 10~15 g. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying.