Manyinflorescenced Sweetvetch Root, Hedysari Radix
Hedysari Radix, Radix Hedysari
Hong Qi

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Sweet; slightly warm

Part(s) used

Root

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

Invigorating qi and raising yangconsolidate the exterior and arrest sweatingdisinhibit water and disperse swellingengender liquid and nourish the bloodmove stagnationdraw toxin and expel pusclose sore and engender flesh

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

To promote the drainage of pus and the growth of new tissue.