Flat Vine
扁藤Malay: Akar Tali Pinggang
Tetrastigma planicaule (Hook. f.) Gagnep.
MedicinalWind-dispellingMeridian-activatingSinew-relaxingDampness-drying
Family: Vitaceae
Type: Large woody vine
Parts Used: Vine stem
Nature & Flavor: Sour, slightly astringent, warm
Also known as: Belt Vine, Carrying Pole Vine, Cliff Crawler
Properties & Functions
Functions: Dispels wind, dries dampness, relaxes sinews and activates meridians
Indications:
- Rheumatic bone pain
- Hemiplegia
- Bruises
- Lower limb ulcers
- Lumbar muscle strain
Usage & Prescriptions
Dosage: Vine stem 30-60g, decoct or soak in wine. External: crush fresh leaves and apply.
Rheumatic bone pain, hemiplegia
Flat vine & siegesbeckia 60g each, decoct strong, take in 3 doses
Severe bruise pain
Flat vine 45g, orange jasmine root 20g, decoct strong, take in 3 doses
Lumbar muscle strain
Flat vine & talinum root 30g each, decoct
Quick Reference
- Nature & Flavor
- Sour, slightly astringent, warm
- Parts Used
- Vine stem
- Family
- Vitaceae
- Standard Dosage
- Vine stem 30-60g, decoct or soak in wine. External: crush fresh leaves and apply.
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