Persimmon Leaf
Diospyros Kaki
Shi Ye

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Bitter; cold

Part(s) used

Leaf

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To relieve cough and settle asthma, engender liquid and allay thirst, quicken blood and stanch bleeding.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Cough and asthma, lung qi distention, internal bleeding.