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Alternate English names: swamp dragon

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Ludwigia octovalvis (Jacq.) Raven.

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Bitter; cools.

Actions and indications: Disinhibits urine and disperses swelling; clears heat and resolves toxin. Treats water swelling; strangury; dysentery; vaginal discharge; welling- and flat-abscesses (yōng jū); clove sores (dīng).

Dosage and method: Oral: Decoct (15–30g). Topical: Apply crushed or decoct as a wash.

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