Asiatic Pennywort Herb
Asiatic Pennywort Herb is listed in the traditional category “Herbs that Clear Heat and Purge Fire: Herbs that Clear Heat and Remove Toxicity.” Source-described actions include Clears Heat, promotes diuresis, resolves swelling and removes toxicity; Invigorates the Blood, reduces swelling and stops pain; Clears Damp-Heat. This educational materia medica profile documents traditional properties, functions, and safety context.
Key reference facts
- Category
- Herbs that Clear Heat and Purge Fire: Herbs that Clear Heat and Remove Toxicity
- Nature
- Cold
- Flavor
- Bitter, Acrid
- Channels
- Liver, Spleen, Kidney, Bladder, Lung, Small Intestine, Large Intestine
Source reference: American Dragon · Ji Xue Cao