Leaf of Taiwan Beautyberry
Folium Callicarpae Formosanae, Folium Callicarpae Dichotomae, Folium Callicarpae Cathayanae, Folium Callicarpae Giraldii
Zi Zhu

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Bitter; astringent; neutral

Part(s) used

Aerial parts

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

For various kinds of hemorrhage such as hematemesis and hemoptysis. topical application of powder is effective for external bleeding after trauma. for skin infection, hemorrhoids, skin erosion, burn, the decoction may be used externally.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

1. shortening the blood clotting time and promoting vasoconstriction. 2. its decoction reduces the exudation on the surface of burn and promotes the healing of ulcer. 3. inhibiting the growth of various pathogenic bacteria.