Xia Ku Cao
Prunella | 夏枯草
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SKU P0690
Ingredient: Prunella spike (xia ku cao) (Prunelle vulgais).
| Mandarin: 夏枯草 Pin-Yin: Xia Ku Cao English: Prunella Korean: 희렴초 Romaji: Kagoso Kanji: 夏枯草 Kampo: No |
Pharmaceutical Name:
- Prunellae Spica
Sources:
- Chinese Herbal Medicine Materia Medica (Bensky et al.)
Properties:
- Acrid, bitter, cold
Channels Entered:
- Liver, gallbladder
Herb Actions:
- Extinguishes liver fire
- Brightens the eyes
- Cools heat
- Clears nodules
Contraindications:
- Take caution for those with a deficiency or weakness in the stomach or spleen
Commonly Found In:
- No formulas found