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Symplocoris Caudatae Folium
Caudate sweetleaf leaf
山矾叶 〔山礬葉〕 shān fán yè
Kingdom: Plant
Origin in unofficial sources: Symplocos caudata Wall.
Use: Medicinal
Properties: Sour, astringent, and slightly sweet; nontoxic.
Actions and indications: Clears heat and promotes contraction. Treats expectoration of blood due to pulmonary tuberculosis; bloody stool; enduring dysentery; acute tonsillitis; acute otitis media; wind ulceration of the eyelid rims.
Dosage and method: Oral: Decoct (15–30g). Topical: Decoct as a wash or press juice to make gargle.
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