Cape Jasmine Leaf
Folium Gardeniae
Zhi Zi Ye

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Bitter; astringent; cold

Part(s) used

Leaf

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To disperse swelling and resolve toxin, dispel wind and relieve pain.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Knocks and falls, toxin of clove sore, hemorrhoids, chancre.