Ceylan Helmint Hostachys
Helminthostachys Zeylanica
Ru Di Wu Gong

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Part(s) used

Rhizome

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To clear lung and transform phlegm, dissipate stasis and resolve toxin.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Cough, asthma, sore pharynx, painful swelling from knocks and falls, welling abscess, poisonous snake bite.