Senecio
Senecio is listed in the traditional category “Herbs that Clear Heat and Purge Fire: Herbs that Clear Heat and Eliminate Toxins.” Source-described actions include Clears Heat, Eliminates toxins and kills Intestinal parasites; Clears Liver Yang and brightens the eyes. 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 Eliminate Toxins
- Nature
- Cold / Slightly toxic
- Flavor
- Bitter, (Astringent)
- Channels
- Lung, Liver, Large Intestine
Source reference: American Dragon · Qian Li Guang