Fan Hong Hua藏红花

Stigma CrociSaffron

Autres nomsStigma Crocus Sativae · American Saffron

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Actions & indications

Invigorates the Blood, dispels Stasis and unblock the menses: Blood Stasis
Cools the Blood and resolves toxicity: Maculo-papular rashes with high fevers when the color of the rash is not very red

Not to be used during pregnancy.
Taking too much can cause vomiting, intestinal bleeding, intestinal colic, blood in the urine, disorientation, and convulsions.

- Yi Mu Cao
- Dan Shen
Amenorrhea caused by Blood Stasis
- Dang Gui
- Chi Shao
Lochia that fails to discharge
- Yu Jin
A stifling, full sensation in the chest and diaphragm brought on by emotional distress

Its high price means it tends to be reserved for more severe conditions.
It is more potent than Flos Carthami Hong Hua.
It is described as relaxing the chest and diaphragm and freeing the Stomach so that food and drink can be taken in; taken over the long term, it is said to nourish the lower base, bring a joyous complexion, and address mania arising from Cold damage.
It is used for heavy menstrual bleeding, amenorrhea, difficult labor, retained lochia, and both external and internal trauma and pain caused by Stagnant Blood.
Fan Hong Hua and Flos Carthami Hong Hua share the actions of invigorating the Blood and dispelling Blood Stasis. Hong Hua is the stronger of the two at breaking up Stagnation, while Fan Hong Hua is better suited to nourishing the Blood; Fan Hong Hua additionally cools the Blood and resolves toxicity.