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Evodiae Leptae Radix

Slender evodia root

三叉虎根 〔三叉虎根〕 sān chā hǔ gēn

Alternate Chinese names: 三脚鳖 sān jiǎo biē

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Evodia lepta (Spr.) Merr. [= E. pteleaefolia (Champ.) Merr.]

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Bitter*; cold*.

Actions and indications: Clears heat and resolves toxin; dispels wind and eliminates dampness.* Treats lung heat cough; pulmonary welling-abscesses (fèi yōng); wind-damp joint pain; wound infection with heat effusion.

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

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