Longtube Ground Ivy Herb, Glechomae Herba
Glechomae Herba, Herba Glechomae
Lian Qian Cao

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Pungent; slightly bitter; slightly cold

Part(s) used

Whole herb

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To disinhibit damp and free strangury, clear heat and resolve toxin, dissipate stasis and disperse swelling.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Treatment of acute urinary infection, urolithiasis, acute jaundice, painful swelling in sores and carbuncies, traumatic injuries.