Japanese Conehead
Herba Strobilanthis Japonici
Hong Ze Lan

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Acrid; slightly bitter; minor warm

Part(s) used

Whole herb

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To quicken blood and free menstruation, transform stasis and move water.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Menstrual disorder, dysmenorrhea, amenorrhea, postpartum abdominal pain, concretion and conglomeration, swollen welling abscess, knocks and falls.