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Tao Ye

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Name Tao Ye (Peach Leaf) Nature and action Nature Bitter, neutral; spleen and kidney channels. Actions Dispel wind, clear heat, kill parasites.

Tao Ye
Tao Ye — Traditional Chinese Medicine Healing Herbs

Tao Ye

桃叶

Name

Tao Ye (Peach Leaf)

The Effect of Tao Ye

Property

Bitter, neutral; spleen and kidney meridians entered.

Actions

Dispel wind, clear heat, kill parasites.

Indications

Headache, malaria, eczema, sores and boils, tinea, wandering arthritis, wind syndrome of head.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 3~6 g. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying or decocted for washing.

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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