Ma Lin Zi马蔺子
Semen IridisNorth China Iris Seed
- Category
- Herbs that Clear Damp-Heat
- Nature
- neutral
- Taste
- sweet
- Channels entered
- Spleen, Lung
- Dosage
- 3–9 g
Actions & indications
- Clears Heat, removes Dampness, controls bleeding and removes toxicity
- Jaundice, dysentery, hemoptysis, epistaxis, functional uterine bleeding, leukorrhea, pharyngitis, carbuncle
Contraindications
- Not for use in those with Dry Heat.
- Not for use in those with Deficiency Cold.
- Avoid excessive dosage.
Notes
- This herb clears Heat that has accumulated beneath the skin and in the Stomach.
- It disperses masses and resolves hemostasis.
- It excels particularly at eliminating Stagnation.
- Research has shown this herb inhibits the growth of cancer cells.
- It is reported to heal incised wounds and furuncles.