Bai Qu Cai

Bai Qu Cai

Name

Bai Qu Cai (Greater Celandine Herb)

Property

Bitter, pungent, slightly warm, toxic; lung, heart and kidney meridians entered.

Actions

Ease pain, relieve cough, induce diuresis and remove toxicity.

Indications

Gastrointestinal pain, edema, jaundice, sores and swelling, snake or insect bites.

Dosage and administration

Decoct 3~6 g. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded into juice or powder for applying.