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Tian Peng Cao

天蓬草
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Name

Tian Peng Cao (Bog starwort herb)

  1. 天蓬草
  2. Bog starwort herb
  3. Herba Stellariae Alsines

The Effect of Tian Peng Cao

Property

Pungent, neutral; lung and spleen meridians entered.

Actions

Expel wind and eliminate dampness, activate blood and resolve swelling, remove toxicity and stop bleeding.

Indications

Nose bleeding, snake bites, traumatic bleeding, sores and boils, fracture, traumatic injury, dysentery, diarrhea, anal fistula, hematemesis, rheumatic arthritis, common cold.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 30~60 g. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying.