Cudweed
鼠曲草Gnaphalium affine D.Don.
Med + CookPhlegm-resolvingCough-stoppingWind-dispelling
Family: Asteraceae
Type: Annual herb
Parts Used: Whole plant
Nature & Flavor: Sweet, slightly sour, neutral
Also known as: Qingming Grass
Properties & Functions
Functions: Resolves phlegm, stops cough, dispels wind, removes dampness
Indications:
- Cough with phlegm
- Rheumatic pain
- Edema
- Hypertension
Usage & Prescriptions
Dosage: Decoct 6-15g.
Bone/joint pain
Cudweed 30-60g, decoct
Quick Reference
- Nature & Flavor
- Sweet, slightly sour, neutral
- Parts Used
- Whole plant
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Standard Dosage
- Decoct 6-15g.
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