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Bambusae Folium Immaturum

Young bamboo leaf

竹卷心 〔竹捲心〕 zhú juǎn xīn

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Phyllostachys nigra (Lodd.) Munro var. henonis (Mitf.) Stapf ex Rendle [= Bambusa henonis Mitf.]; Lingnania chungii McClure; Sinocalamus affinis (Rendle) McClure

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Bitter; cold; nontoxic.

Channel entry: Heart and liver channels.

Actions and indications: Clears the heart and eliminates vexation; disperses summerheat and relieves cough.*

Dosage and method: Oral: Decoct (6–12g fresh). Topical: Calcine preserving nature, grind, and apply mixed.

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