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Psychotriae Rubrae Ramulus et Folium

Red psychotria [twig and leaf]

山大刀 〔山大刀〕 shān dà dāo

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Psychotria rubra (Lour.) Poir.

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Bitter✽; cool.✽

Actions and indications: Clear heat and resolves toxin; eliminates wind and dampness. Treats tonsillitis; diphtheria; toxin swelling of sores; wind-damp pain; injury from knocks and falls.

Dosage and method: Oral: Decoct (30–60 dried). Topical: Decoct as a wash, apply crushed, or grind and apply mixed.

Production area: South-eastern China.

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