Lotus Leaves, Hé Yè, 荷叶, Folium Nelumbinis
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Space USA: Nelumbo nucifera USDA Zones: Native: Habitats: Herbal medicine may interact negatively with pharma drugs and other herbs. Examples below: Herbs: Pharma Drugs:
Health Benefits
For: Heat stroke with diarrhea • Bloody vomit
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Other Names: Ou Ye
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Pharmacopeias: Shi Liao Ben Cao
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Nelumbo nucifera is not in the USDA Plant Database. Drill down via USDA Interactive Map:
Category: Clear Heat Resolve Toxins
English: Lotus Leaves Pinyin: He Ye Pharmaceutical: Folium Nelumbinis
Organs: Heart • Liver • Spleen Temperature: Cold
Taste: Bitter Toxicity:
Patterns: Summer heat • Sinking clear yang • Bleeding • Bleeding in lower burner due to heat or stagnation
Actions: Clear summer heat • Stop diarrhea • Raise clear Spleen yang • Stop bleeding • Dry dampness
Indications: Summer heat • Sinking clear yang • Bloody diarrhea • Bloody vomit • Excessive sweating, irritability, scanty urine and diarrhea that comes with summer heat
Contraindications: Diarrhea or bloody dysentery from deficiency cold
Typical Dosage: 3g to 10g • Dried He Ye is better at clearing heat • Charred He Ye is better at stopping bleeding Guidelines
Parts Used: Leaves Notable for: Summer heat/ heat stroke
Other: Herb pair: He Ye/ Lu Dou
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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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