Herba Physalis Pubescentis

Name

Ku Zhi (Downy groundcherry herb)

1. 苦蘵
2. Downy groundcherry herb
3. Ku Zhi

The Effect of Herba Physalis Pubescentis

Property

Bitter, sour, cold.

Actions

Clear heat, induce diuresis, remove toxicity and resolve swelling.

Indications

Edema, sore throat, cough caused by lung-heat, cold, deep-rooted boil, pemphigus, dysentery, jaundice caused by damp-heat, swelling and aching of gum, stranguria caused by heat.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 15~30 g, or pounded into juice. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying or decocted for washing.

Cautions

It is contraindicated to pregnant women.