Root of Medicil Cyathula, Medicinal Cyathula Root
Radix Cyathulae, Cyathulae Radix
Chuan Niu Xi

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Sweet; slightly bitter; calm

Part(s) used

Root

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To eliminate blood stasis and stimulate menstrual discharge, to allay arthralgia and ease the joint, and to relieve urinary disturbance.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Amenorrhea with concretion and conglomeration, retention of placenta, impediment pain in joints, hematuria, blood strangury, knocks and falls.