Traditional Chinese Medicine Healing Herbs(TCMHH)
Blood-Activating and Trauma-Curing Herbs · 3-min read

儿茶

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Name Er Cha (Catechu) Nature and action Nature Bitter, astringent, lightly cold; lung channel.

儿茶
儿茶 — Traditional Chinese Medicine Healing Herbs

ErCha

Name

Er Cha (Catechu)

The Effect of 儿茶

Property

Bitter, astringent, lightly cold; lung meridian entered.

Actions

Activate blood and cure trauma, stop bleeding, promote regeneration and heal wound.

Indications

Traumatic congestion and swelling, bleeding, sore and abscess, eczema.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct wrapped 1~3 g. Mostly made pill and powder. A suitable dose for external application.

When to see a doctor: herbal care suits mild, everyday issues. For worsening, severe, or sudden symptoms — or if you are pregnant, on medication, or treating a child — consult a licensed practitioner first.

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