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Arcangelisiae Caulis

Mountain dragon

古山龙 〔古山龍〕 gǔ shān lóng

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Arcangelisia loureiri (Pier.) Diels; Arcangelisia loureiri (Pier.) Diels

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Bitter*; cold*; slightly toxic*.

Actions and indications: Clears heat and resolves toxin.* Treats enteritis; bacillary dysentery; tonsillitis; bronchitis; swollen boils; malarial disease; dermatitis; eczema; impetigo herpetiformis; lichen (xiǎn) of the foot.*

Dosage and method: Oral: (9–30g). Topical: Decoct as a wash.

Production area: Guǎngdōng, Hǎinán.

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