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Bushy Sophora

Bushy Sophora is listed in the traditional category “Herbs that Clean Heat and Purge Fire: Herbs that Clear Heat and Resolve Toxicity; Target Warm and Heat Disease.” Source-described actions include Clears Heat, relieves Fire toxicity and improves the throat; Clears Heat, resolves Fire toxicity and disperses swellings; Relieves jaundice. 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 Clear Heat and Resolve Toxicity; Target Warm and Heat Disease
Nature
Cold
Flavor
Bitter, (Slightly Toxic)
Channels
Lung, Large Intestine, (Heart)

Source reference: American Dragon · Shan Dou Gen

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