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Gardeniae Folium

Gardenia leaf

山栀叶 〔山梔葉〕 shān zhī yè

Alternate English names: Cape jasmine leaf

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in PRC Pharmacopoeia: Gardenia jasminoides Ellis. (PRC Pharmacopoeia)

Origin in unofficial sources: Gardenia jasminoides Ellis*

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Bitter and astringent; cold.

Actions and indications: Disperses swelling.* Treats injury from knocks and falls*

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