Other Names: Other variations: Xanthium strumarium L. • Other names: Siberian cocklebur fruit Plant Family:
Pharmacopeias: Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing
Species
Space
Growth
TBD
TBD
Xanthium sibiricum Patr. et Widd. is not in the USDA Plant Database. Drill down via USDA Interactive Map:
Panax Ginseng – USDA Plant Database
USA: Xanthium sibiricum Patr. et Widd. USDA Zones:
Native:
Habitats:
Properties, Actions, Indications, etc. Category: Release Exterior Wind Cold
English: Xanthium Fruit Pinyin: Cang Er Zi Pharmaceutical: Fructus Xanthumi Sibiricum
Organs: Lung Temperature: Warm
Taste: Pungent • Bitter • Toxic Toxicity: Toxic: overdose can lead to vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, nausea, stomach aches, jaundice, hypochondriac pain. Dry frying the seeds can reduce toxicity. Unprocessed herbs are rarely used because of its toxicity.
Other: Toxic: overdose can lead to vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, nausea, stomach aches, jaundice, hypochondriac pain. Dry frying the seeds can reduce toxicity. Unprocessed herbs are rarely used because of its toxicity • Best for sinusitis • Must ground up and put in a cloth bag to get the aromatic nature and avoid the tiny hair irritating the throat.
Combine With
Purpose
Formulas with Xin Yi Hua
Cang Er Zi San
Alert
Be cautions with all medicine.
Potential Drug Interactions
Herbal medicine may interact negatively with pharma drugs and other herbs. Examples below:
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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