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Alternate English names: Japanese rohdea flower

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Rohdea japonica Roth.

Use: Medicinal

Category: Heat-clearing agents / Heat-clearing toxin-resolving agents

Properties: Bitter, slightly sweet; cold; slightly toxic.

Channel entry: Lung channel.

Actions and indications:

• Clears heat and resolves toxin: Diphtheria; painful swollen throat; sore toxin; snake venom.
• Strengthens the heart and disinhibits urine: weak heart with water swelling.
• Cools the blood and staunches bleeding: expectoration of blood; vomiting of blood; flooding and spotting.

Dosage and method: Oral: 3–8g (30g of fresh product). Topical: Appropriate amount.

Warnings: Contraindicated in pregnancy. In general, use with care since it may produce adverse reactions including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, oppression in the chest, dizziness; cold limbs.

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