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Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Amaranthus spinosus L.

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Sweet; cold; nontoxic*.

Channel entry: Heart and kidney channels.*

Actions and indications: Clears heat, disinhibits dampness, resolves toxin, and disperses swelling. Treats dysentery; bloody stool; puffy swelling; vaginal discharge; gallstones; scrofula; hemorrhoids; clove sores (dīng); sore throat; snake bites.

Dosage and method: Oral: 9–15g dried, 30–60g fresh). Topical: Decoct as a wash or apply crushed.

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