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Symphyti Herba

Comfrey

康复力 〔康復力〕 kāng fù lì

Alternate English names: common comfrey

Alternate Chinese names: 康福力 kāng fú lì

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Symphytum officinale L.

Use: Medicinal

Actions and indications: Supplements the blood and checks diarrhea. Treats hypertension; bleeding; dysentery. Recently used in the prevention and treatment of cancer.

Dosage and method: Oral: Decoct (6–7 leaves at a time).

Notes: This is a European herb introduced into Taiwan in 1964.

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