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Tinosporae Sinensis Caulis

Chinese tinospora [stem]

伸筋藤 〔伸筋藤〕 shēn jīn téng

Alternate Chinese names: 宽筋藤 kuān jīn téng; 青宽筋藤 qīng kuān jīn téng

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Tinospora sinensis (Lour.) Merr.

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Bitter; cold.

Actions and indications: Soothes the sinews and quickens the network vessels; kills worms; clears heat and disinhibits dampness.* Treats injury from knocks and falls and ruptured sinews; wind-damp bone pain.

Dosage and method: Oral: Decoct (9–15g). Topical: Apply crushed.

Production area: Guǎngdōng, Guǎngxī, Húnán.

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