Mang Zhong Hua

Name

Mang Zhong Hua (Patent St. Johnwort herb)

1. 芒种花
2. Patent St. Johnwort herb
3. 芒種花
4. Patent St. John’s wort herb
5. Herba Hyperici Patuli

The Effect of Mang Zhong Hua

Property

Bitter, pungent, cold; liver, bladder and kidney meridians entered.

Actions

Clear heat and remove toxicity, induce diuresis, eliminate stasis.

Indications

Hepatitis, diarrhea, nose bleeding, toothache, traumatic injury, hernia, arthralgia and myalgia, stranguria, cold, impetigo, acute tonsillitis.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 6~15 g. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying on the affected area.