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Gnaphalii Affinis Herba

Cudweed

鼠曲草 〔鼠麴草〕 shǔ qū cǎo

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Gnaphalium affine D. Don [= G. multiceps Wall. ex Dc.]

Use: Alimentary

Properties: Sweet; balanced; nontoxic*.

Channel entry: Lung channel.*

Actions and indications: Transforms phlegm, relieves cough, and dispels wind-cold. Treats cough with copious phlegm; panting; contraction of external wind-cold; favism; sinew and bone pain; vaginal discharge; welling-abscesses (yōng).

Production area: Most parts of China.

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