Leonuris ( 益母草 ) ...Chinese Herb...
 Latin
Plant Name
Leonuri Heterophylli
Pinyin
Mandarin Name
Yi Mu Cao
Common
English Name
Chinese Motherwort
Part
of Plant Used
Whole plant
Nature
Slightly cold
Taste
Acrid, bitter
Meridians
Entered
Pericardium, Liver, Heart, Kidneys
Common
Usages
This herb is used in formulas to treat acute-onset edema, especially with
blood in urine; also used to treat high blood pressure, irregular menstruation
with cramping and masses, and certain types of eczema; has also been used
for retention of placenta. (TCM: Kidney imbalance; toxic Blood or Blood deficiency).
Traditional
Usages and Functions
Invigorates Blood and regulates menstruation; invigorates Blood and reduces
masses; promotes urination and reduces swelling.
Common
Formulas Used In
Leonuris and Achyranthes.
Processing
Required
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Remarks
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Cautions
in Use
Do not use during pregnancy. Do not use where there is deficient Yin or
Blood.
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