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Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Hypoëstes purpurea (L.) Soland. [= Justicia purpurea (L.) Soland.]

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Sweet and bland; slightly cold.

Actions and indications: Reduces inflammation, disperses stasis, stanches bleeding, and relieve cough. Treats coughing of blood in pulmonary tuberculosis; bronchitis; diabetes.

Dosage and method: Oral: Decoct (9–15g dried, 15–30g fresh). Topical: Apply crushed.

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