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Zhen Zhu Cao (Common Leafflower Herb)

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Name Zhen Zhu Cao (Common Leafflower Herb) Nature and action Nature Sweet, bitter, cool; liver and lung channels.

Zhen Zhu Cao (Common Leafflower Herb)
Zhen Zhu Cao (Common Leafflower Herb) — Traditional Chinese Medicine Healing Herbs

Zhen Zhu Cao

Name

Zhen Zhu Cao (Common Leafflower Herb)

The Effect of 珍珠草

Property

Sweet, bitter, cool; liver and lung meridians entered.

Actions

Calm the liver and clear heat, promote diuresis and remove toxicity.

Indications

Enteritis, infectious hepatitis, renal edema, dysentery, nebula, urinary tract infection, aphtha, porrigo, infantile malnutrition.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 9~15 g.

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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