Heat-Clearing and toxicity-Removing Herbs
Jin Deng Long (Calyx seu Fructus Physalis)
Name
Jin Deng Long (Franchet Groundcherry Calyx and Fruit)
The Effect of Franchet Groundcherry Calyx and Fruit
Property
Bitter, cold; lung meridian entered.
Actions
Clear heat, remove toxicity and promote diuresis.
Indications
Fever due to yin deficiency, jaundice, edema, cough, sore throat, pemphigus.
Dosage and Administrations
Decoct 5~9 g. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying.
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Sources and further reading
We cite classical materia medica and modern reference works. This article is health education, not medical advice.
- Shennong Bencao Jing (The Divine Farmer's Materia Medica), Han dynasty.
- Bencao Gangmu (Compendium of Materia Medica), Li Shizhen, 1578.
- Chinese Pharmacopoeia, current edition — identity, quality and safety monographs.
- NCCIH and WHO reference material on traditional medicine safety.
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