Pogostemon Cablin (Blanco) Benth., Cablin Patchouli Herb
Herba Pogostemonis, Pogostemonis Herba
Guang Huo Xiang

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Pungent; slightly warm

Part(s) used

Aerial parts

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

Aromatic medicinals remove turbidityharmonize the center and check vomitingeffuse the exterior and resolve summer heat

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Summerheat-damp lassitude, oppression in chest, vomiting diarrhea with abdominal pain, deep-source nasal congestion and headache.