Bian Dou Ye

Name

Bian Dou Ye (Leaf of Hyacinth Dolichos)

1. 扁豆叶
2. Leaf of Hyacinth Dolichos
3. 扁豆葉

The Effect of Bian Dou Ye

Property

Pungent, neutral, sweet, slightly toxic; spleen, stomach and heart meridians entered.

Actions

Relieve summer-heat, eliminate dampness, remove toxicity and resolve swelling.

Indications

Sores and boils, snake and insect bites, vomiting and diarrhea caused by summer-heat and damp.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 6~15 g, or pounded into juice. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying.