Redspot Swertia
Swertia Erythrosticta
Hong Zhi Zhang Ya Cai

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Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Part(s) used

Whole herb

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To clear heat and resolve toxin, disinhibit damp and abate jaundice, kill worms.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Wind-heat cough, sore swollen throat, jaundice (icterus, ict), syphilis, swelling and toxin of sore and welling abscess, scab and lichen.