Scabrous Elephantfoot
Elephantopus Scaber
Ku Di Dan

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Bitter; acrid; cold

Part(s) used

Whole herb

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To clear heat, cool blood, resolve toxin, disinhibit damp.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Common cold, pertussis, tonsillitis, pharyngolaryngitis, conjunctivitis, jaundice, nephritis with edema, menstrual disorder, vaginal discharge, sore and boil, eczema, snake or insect bites.