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Gomphrenae Flos seu Radix

Globe amaranth [flower and root]

千日红 〔千日紅〕 qiān rì hóng

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Gomphrena globosa L.

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Sweet; balanced.

Actions and indications: Clears the liver; disperses binds; relieves cough and stabilizes panting. Treats head wind; eye pain; panting; cough; dysentery; whooping cough; child fright wind; scrofula; sores.

Dosage and method: Oral: Decoct (flower 3–9g, whole herb 15–30g). Topical: Apply crushed or decoct as a wash.

Quality: Large flowers are the best.

Production area: Widely cultivated.

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