Chrysanthemum Flower
Chrysanthemi Flos, Flos Chrysanthemi
Ju Hua

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Sweet; bitter; slightly cold

Part(s) used

Capitulum

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To dispel wind-heat, to subdue hyperactivity of the liver, and improve eyesight.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Angina pectoris, hypertension, externally contracted wind-heat, wind warmth, fever and headache, dizziness, common cold, red eyes, red eyes with gall, swelling toxin of clove sore.