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Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Setaria viridis (L.) Beauv.

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Bland^✽; cool^✽; nontoxic.^✽

Actions and indications: Eliminates heat, dispels dampness, disperses swelling. Treats welling-abscesses (yōng) swelling; sores and lichen (xiǎn); red eyes.

Dosage and method: Oral: Decoct (6–12g dried, 30–60g fresh). Topical: Decoct as a wash or apply crushed.

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