Edible Tulip
Bulbus Tulipae Edulis, Bulbus Tulipae Iliensis
Guang Ci Gu

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Sweet; acrid; cold

Part(s) used

Bulb

Potential toxicity/side effects

Slightly toxic

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To clear heat and resolve toxin, dissipate binds and disperse swelling.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Swelling pain in throat, scrofula, welling abscess and flat abscess, swelling of sores, postpartum stasis stagnation.