Distribution:
Mainly in Anhui, Henan, Jiangsu, Shandong, Hubei provinces of China.
Properties (characteristics):
Neutral, acrid
Channels (meridians) entered:
Lung
Medical functions:
Anti-tumor effect
antiviral, especially anti-HIV activities
Actions & Indications:
Being used in dispersing lumps; as diuretics, analgesic, insecticidal, Edema, tuberculosis in lymphatic system, bone tuberculosis; topical treatment of scabies, itching, Contact Dermatitis, kill flies kill maggots.
Chemical ingredients:
Contains diterpenoids, including:
jolkinolideA,B
fischeriana
euphol
saponins
glycosides
sterol
sterol
tannins
2-isopropyl-5-methylphenol (thymol)
chamaechromone[
Dosage:
Mainly being used externally. Use appropriate amount on affected parts.
For internal use: 1 g to 3 g.