Gleditsia Thorn
Gleditsia Thorn is listed in the traditional category “Herbs that Transform Phlegm and Stop Coughing: Herbs that Warm and Transform Cold Phlegm (Warm Antitussives).” Source-described actions include Draws out toxicity, discharges pus, invigorates the Blood and reduces swelling; Expels Wind and kills parasites. This educational materia medica profile documents traditional properties, functions, and safety context.
Key reference facts
- Category
- Herbs that Transform Phlegm and Stop Coughing: Herbs that Warm and Transform Cold Phlegm (Warm Antitussives)
- Nature
- Warm
- Flavor
- Acrid
- Channels
- Liver, Stomach, Lung, (Large Intestine)
Source reference: American Dragon · Zao Jiao Ci