魚腥草
- ENG
- Heartleaf Houttuynia Herb
- LATIN
- Houttuyniae Herba
| Medicinal Group | Heat-clearing and detoxicating medicinal |
|---|---|
| Source | Fresh or dried aerial part of Houttuynia cordata Thumb. (Fam. Saururaceae) |
| Nature and Flavors | pungent; slightly cold |
| Meridian Affinity | Lung |
| Actions | To remove heat toxin, promote drainage of pus, and strangury-relieving diuretic |
Family
Saururaceae
Part used
Aerial part
Indications
Lung abscess with purulent expectoration; heat in the lung with cough and dyspnea; dysentery; acute urinary infection; carbuncles and sores
Cautions
Contain essential oil, not suitable for long time decocting
Report on adverse effect
No Data.
Reference
No Data.
