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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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