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Caesalpiniae Minacis Radix

Snake bramble root

南蛇竻根 〔南蛇竻根〕 nán shé lè gēn

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Caesalpinia minax Hance

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Bitter; cold; nontoxic.

Actions and indications: Clears heat, resolves toxin, disperses stasis. Treats external contraction heat effusion; sand patterns (shā zhèng); wind-damp bone pain; swollen sores; injury from knocks and falls.

Dosage and method: Oral: Decoct (9–15g) or extract juice by crushing. Topical: Apply crushed.

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