Chinese Chestnut Bast
Cortex Castaneae Mollissimae
Li Shu Pi

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Slightly bitter; astringent; neutral

Part(s) used

Bast

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To resolve toxin and disperse swelling, promote astriction and stanch bleeding.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Erysipelas, lai, mouth sore, lacquer sore, knocks and falls.