Forsythia, Lián Qiáo, 连翘, Fructose Forsythiae
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Space USA: Forsythia suspensa USDA Zones: Native: Habitats: Herbal medicine may interact negatively with pharma drugs and other herbs. Examples below: Herbs: Pharma Drugs:
Health Benefits
For: Cold/flu • Early stage fever • Nephritis • Purpura • Dysuria • Lung abscess • Intestinal abscess • Skin lesions •Ulcers • Lumps • Nodules • Furuncles • Acne
Attributes: Antibiotic • Anti-inflammatory • Antipyretic • Antiemetic • Diuretic • Hepatoprotective
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Constituents:
Lignoids • Oleanolic acid • Betulic acid • Ursolic acid • Essential oils • Terpinen • α-pinene
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Pharmacopeias: Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing
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Forsythia suspensa is not in the USDA Plant Database. Drill down via USDA Interactive Map:
Category: Clear Heat Resolve Toxins
English: Forsythia Pinyin: Lian Qiao Pharmaceutical: Fructose Forsythiae
Organs: Heart • Lung • Gallbladder Temperature: Cool Taste: Bitter • Slightly pungent Toxicity:
Actions: Clear heat - particularly in upper burner • Disperse clumps • Resolve toxins • Reduce abscesses • Promote urination • Clear ying level heat • Reduce fever
Indications: Dysuria • Wind heat • Early stage fever • Heart heat • High fever • Ulcers • Sores • Lung abscess
Contraindications: Diarrhea
Dosage: 6g to 15g Guidelines
Parts Used: Fruit
Other: Herb pair: Lian Qiao/ Jin Yin Hua • Good for all levels of heat (Wei, Ying, and Blood)
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Be cautions with all medicine.
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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