Ovate Catalpa Bast
Cortex Catalpae Ovatae.
Zi Bai Pi

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Bitter; cold

Part(s) used

Bast

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To clear heat and disinhibit damp, downbear counterflow and check vomiting, kill worms and relieve itch.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Damp-heat jaundice, sore and scab, eczema, itchy skin.