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Shui Weng Ye

水翁叶
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Name

Shui Weng Ye (Operculate cleistocalyx leaf)

  1. 水翁叶
  2. Operculate cleistocalyx leaf
  3. 水翁葉
  4. Folium Cleistocalycis Operculati
  5. Leaf of operculate cleistocalyx

The Effect of Shui Weng Ye

Property

Bitter, cold.

Actions

Clear heat, promote digestion, remove toxicity and kill parasites.

Indications

Diarrhea caused by damp-heat, indigestion, scabies, eczema, acute mastitis, incised wound, pruritus.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 6~15 g. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying or decocted for washing.