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Rosae Laevigatae Radix
Cherokee rose root
金樱根 〔金櫻根〕 jīn yīng gēn
Kingdom: Plant
Origin in unofficial sources: Rosa laevigata Michx.*; Rosa bella Rehd. et Wils.; Rosa odorata Sweet var. gigantea Rehd. et Wils.; Rosa macrophylla Lindl.; Rosa sweginzowii Koehne
Use: Medicinal
Properties: Sour and astringent; balanced; nontoxic*.
Actions and indications: Secures essence and astringes the intestines. Treats seminal efflux; enuresis; dysentery; diarrhea; flooding and spotting; vaginal discharge; prolapse of the uterus; hemorrhoids; scalds.
Dosage and method: Oral: Decoct (15–60g). Topical: Apply crushed or decoct as a wash.
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