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芋荷桿

芋梗
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Name

Yu Geng (Petiole of Dasheen)

  1. 芋梗
  2. 芋荷杆
  3. 芋茎
  4. Yu Geng
  5. Petiole of Dasheen
  6. 芋莖
  7. Petiolus Colocasiae Esculentae
  8. Dasheen petiole

The Effect of 芋荷桿

Property

Pungent, neutral; heart and spleen meridians entered.

Actions

Expel wind, eliminate dampness, remove toxicity and disperse stasis.

Indications

Diarrhea, insect bites, night sweat of children, impetigo, urticaria, sores and boils, allergic purpura, snake-head furuncle.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 15~30 g. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying.