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Pini Cacumen

Pine twig

松笔头 〔松筆頭〕 sōng bǐ tóu

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Pinus massoniana Lamb.; Pinus tabulaeformis Carr.; Pinus yunnanensis Franch.

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Bitter and astringent; warm.

Actions and indications: Quickens the blood and relieves pain. Treats injury from knocks and falls; dribbling and painful urination.

Dosage and method: Oral: Decoct (15–30g) or wet-grind to produce a juice. apply crushed.

See: Sōng jié (松节 Pini Nodi Lignum, knotty pine wood)

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