Chinese Mosla, All-Grass of Haichow Elsholtzia
Moslae Herba, Herba Moslae
Xiang Ru

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Pungent; slightly warm

Part(s) used

Aerial parts

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

1. to promote diaphoresis and release the exterior; 2. to resolve dampness and harmonize the spleen and stomach; 3. to promote water metabolism and release edema

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Fever, aversion of cold, headache, absence of sweating, abdominal pain, vomiting and diarrhea, edema and inhibited urination, beriberi.