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Imperatae Flos Immaturus

Imperata bud

白茅针 〔白茅針〕 bái máo zhēn

Alternate English names: cogon bud

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in PRC Pharmacopoeia: Imperata cylindrica Beauv. var. major (Nees) C. E. Hubb. (PRC Pharmacopoeia)

Origin in unofficial sources: Imperata cylindrica (L.) P. Beauv. var. major (Nees) C.E. Hubb.

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Sweet; balanced.

Actions and indications: Stanches bleeding. Treats nosebleed (nǜ xuè); bloody urine or stool.

Dosage and method: Oral: Decoct (9–15g). Topical: Apply crushed; stuff up the nose.

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