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Lignum Crataegi

山楂树
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Name

Shan Zha Mu (Chinese hawthorn wood)

  1. 山楂木
  2. 赤爪木
  3. Shan Zha Mu
  4. Chinese hawthorn wood

The Effect of Lignum Crataegi

Property

Bitter, cold; liver and spleen meridians entered.

Actions

Expel wind and dry dampness, relieve itching.

Indications

Dysentery, wind syndrome of head, pruritus.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 3~10 g. Proper dosage is for external application, decocted for washing.