Purslane
Purslane is listed in the traditional category “Herbs That Clean Heat and Purge Fire: Herbs That Clean Heat and Detoxify; Target Warm and Heat Diseases.” Source-described actions include Clears Heat, resolves Fire toxicity, cools the Blood; Clears Damp-Heat and treats sores; Antidote for the pain and swelling of snakebite and wasp stings. This educational materia medica profile documents traditional properties, functions, and safety context.
Key reference facts
- Category
- Herbs That Clean Heat and Purge Fire: Herbs That Clean Heat and Detoxify; Target Warm and Heat Diseases
- Nature
- Cold / Slippery
- Flavor
- Sour
- Channels
- Large Intestine, Liver, (Heart)
Source reference: American Dragon · Ma Chi Xian