Semen Iridis Chinensis

Name

Ma Lin Zi (Semen Irisis)

1. 马蔺子
2. Semen Irisis
3. 馬藺子
4. Ma Lin Zi
5. Chinese Iris Seed

The Effect of Semen Iridis Chinensis

Property

Sweet, neutral; spleen and lung meridians entered.

Actions

Clear damp-heat, stop bleeding and remove toxicity.

Indications

Jaundice, nose bleeding, hematemesis, sores and boils, diarrhea, leucorrhea, pharyngitis, metrorrhagia.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 3~9g, or made into pills and powder. . Proper dosage is for external application. Pounded for applying.

Cautions

It is contraindicated in case of dry heat. Donn’t take it overdose.