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Calanthes Herba seu Rhizoma

Calanthe

九子连环草 〔九子連環草〕 jiǔ zǐ lián huán cǎo

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Calanthe discolor Lindl.; Calanthe tricarinata Lindl.

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Sweet and acrid; warm; nontoxic.

Actions and indications: Disperses binds, resolves toxin, quickens the blood, and soothes the sinews. Treats scrofula; tonsillitis; hemorrhoids; injury from knocks and falls.

Dosage and method: Oral: Decoct (9–15g). Topical: Apply crushed.

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