Radix Seu Herba Et Radix Lobeliae Sess
Radix Seu Herba Lobeliae Sessilifoliae
Shan Geng Cai

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Acrid; neutral

Part(s) used

Root or whole herb with root

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

Dispel phlegm and suppress coughdisinhibit urine and disperse swellingclear heat and resolve toxins

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Cold and fever; Cough with phlegm and asthma; Cirrhosis of the liver; Ascites; Swelling of the body; Carbuncle and furuncle poison