Rhinacanthus
白鹤灵芝Malay: Ubat Kurap
Rhinacanthus nasutus (L.) Kurz.
MedicinalLung-moisteningCough-stoppingItch-stopping
Family: Acanthaceae
Type: Shrub
Parts Used: Branches and leaves
Nature & Flavor: Sweet, bland, neutral
Also known as: Lingzhi Grass, Ringworm Herb, Large-leaf Lingzhi
Properties & Functions
Functions: Moistens lungs, reduces fire, stops cough, relieves dampness and itching
Indications:
- Early pulmonary TB
- Ringworm
- Eczema
Usage & Prescriptions
Dosage: Dried 10-15g, fresh 30g, decoct. External use as needed.
Early pulmonary TB
Rhinacanthus 30g with rock sugar, decoct
Ringworm, eczema
Crush rhinacanthus, add kerosene or 75% alcohol, extract juice and apply
Quick Reference
- Nature & Flavor
- Sweet, bland, neutral
- Parts Used
- Branches and leaves
- Family
- Acanthaceae
- Standard Dosage
- Dried 10-15g, fresh 30g, decoct. External use as needed.
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