Siegebeckia, Xī Xiān Cǎo, 豨莶草, Herba Siegesbeckia Orientalis
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Space USA: Siegesbeckia Orientalis USDA Zones: Native: Habitats: Herbal medicine may interact negatively with pharma drugs and other herbs. Examples below: Herbs: Pharma Drugs:
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For: Carbuncles • Rash •. Lesions • Numbness • Stroke paralysis • Hypertension • Headaches • Jaundice • Malaria
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Constituents:
Darutigenol • Darutoside
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Other Names: Xin Xiu Ben Cao
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Siegesbeckia Orientalis is not in the USDA Plant Database. Drill down via USDA Interactive Map:
Properties, Actions, Indications, etc. Category: Wind Damp Heat
English: Siegebeckia Pinyin: Xi Xian Cao Pharmaceutical: Herba Siegesbeckia Orientalis
Organs: Liver • Kidney Temperature: Cold
Taste: Bitter Toxicity:
Patterns: Dampness • Toxicity • Heat
Actions: Reduce toxins • Soothe liver • Unblock channels
Indications: Heat toxins • Liver yang rising • Wind damp heat Bi • Carbuncles • Skin rash and lesions • Numbness • Stroke paralysis • Hypertension • Headaches • Jaundice • Malaria
Contraindications: Yin or blood deficiency • Pregnancy • Children
Typical Dosage: 6g to 15g Guidelines
Parts Used: Grass part Notable for: Clear heat toxin • Treat wind damp heat Bi syndrome • Pacify rising Liver yang
Other: Inhibits staphylococcus aureus and E. Coli
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Formulas with Xi Xian Cao
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Potential Drug Interactions
Information in this post came from many sources, including class notes, practitioners, websites, webinars, books, magazines, and editor's personal experience. While the original source often came from historical Chinese texts, variations may result from the numerous English translations. Always consult a doctor prior to using these drugs. The information here is strictly for educational purposes.
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