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Caraganae Sinicae Radix

Caragana [root]

金雀根 〔金雀根〕 jīn què gēn

Alternate English names: Chinese pea tree root

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Caragana sinica (Bućhoz) Rehd.

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Bitter and acrid; balanced; nontoxic.

Channel entry: Lung and spleen channels.*

Actions and indications: Clears the lung and boosts the spleen; quickens the blood and frees the channels. Treats vacuity taxation heat effusion; cough; hypertension; vaginal discharge; flooding; pain wind; injury from knocks and falls.

Dosage and method: Decoct (15–30g). Topical: Apply crushed.

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