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Setariae Spica Infestata

糠谷老 〔糠穀老〕 kāng ké lǎo

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in PRC Pharmacopoeia: Setaria italica (L.) Beauv. (PRC Pharmacopoeia)

Origin in unofficial sources: Setaria italica (L.) Beauv. [= Panicum italicum L.] (plant); Sclerospora graminicola (Sace.) Schroet.(bacterium)

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Salty; slightly cold.

Actions and indications: Clears damp-heat, disinhibits urine, and checks diarrhea. Treats urethritis; dysentery; water swelling; inhibited urination.

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