Equisetium
Equisetium is listed in the traditional category “Herbs that Release the Exterior: Cool, Acrid herbs that Release the Exterior (Wind-Heat Diaphoretics).” Source-described actions include Disperses Wind-Heat, clears the eyes and eliminates superficial visual obstruction; Clears Heat and stops bleeding. This educational materia medica profile documents traditional properties, functions, and safety context.
Key reference facts
- Category
- Herbs that Release the Exterior: Cool, Acrid herbs that Release the Exterior (Wind-Heat Diaphoretics)
- Nature
- Neutral / (Cool)
- Flavor
- Sweet, Bitter, (Astringent)
- Channels
- Liver, Lung, Gallbladder
Source reference: American Dragon · Mu Zei