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Flos Persicae

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Name

Tao Hua (Peach flower)

  1. 桃花
  2. Tao Hua
  3. Peach flower

The Effect of Flos Persicae

Property

Bitter, neutral; liver, heart and large intestine meridians entered.

Actions

Induce diuresis, activate blood and resolve stasis.

Indications

Edema, epilepsy, amenorrhea, constipation, barbiers, phlegm and retained fluid, sores, urolithiasis.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 3~6 g, or made into powder. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying.

Cautions

It is contraindicated to pregnant women.