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Pulicariae Flos

Pulicaria

虱草花 〔蝨草花〕 shī cǎo huā

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Pulicaria insignis Drumm.

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Bitter; cold.

Actions and indications: Reduces inflammation and relieves pain; clears blood heat; dispels wind toxin. Treats inflammation patterns; welling- and flat-abscesses (yōng jū); cinnabar toxin (erysipelas).

Dosage and method: Oral: Decoct (3–9g).

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