Herba Salviae Japoniae
Salvia Japonica
Shu Wei Cao

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Bitter; acrid; neutral

Part(s) used

Whole herb

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

Clear heat and drain dampnessquicken the blood and regulate menstruation resolve toxin and disperse swelling

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Jaundice; Red and white diarrhea; Irregular menstruation; Dysmenorrhea; Sores and furuncles; Traumatic injury