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Elephantis Corium

Elephant’s hide

象皮 〔象皮〕 xiàng pí

Kingdom: Animal

Origin in unofficial sources: Elephas maximus L.; Elephas africanus Blumenbach

Use: Medicinal

Category: External-use agents / Toxin-drawing, putridity-transforming, and flesh-engendering agents

Properties: Sweet and salty; warm; nontoxic*.

Channel entry: Bladder channel.*

Actions and indications: Stanches bleeding, engenders flesh, and heals sores. Treats bleeding due to injury and open sores; any open sores that fail to heal.

Dosage and method: Topical: Apply as a powder or as a paste.

Warnings: Elephants are now protected species, so this product's use is strictly forbidden. This item is included only for information purposes.

Quality: Thick skin in large pieces is the best.

Production area: Africa, India, Thailand.

See: Xiàng yá (象牙 Elephantis Dens, ivory)

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