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Chenopodii Albi Herba

Pigweed

藜 〔藜〕 lí

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Chenopodium album L.; Chenopodium glaucum L.

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Sweet*; balanced*; slightly toxic*.

Actions and indications: Clears heat, disinhibits dampness, and kills worms. Treats dysentery; diarrhea; damp sores and itchy papules; poisonous insect bites.

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