Snow Lotus, Snow Lotus Herb
Herba Saussureae Involucratae, Saussureae Involucratae Herba
Tian Shan Xue Lian

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Slightly bitter; warm

Part(s) used

Whole herb with flower

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To warm kidney and invigorate yang , dispel wind and overcome damp, quicken blood and free menstruation.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Impotence, weakness in lumbus and knees, wind-damp impediment pain, menstrual disorder, amenorrhea, uterus cold and abdominal pain, cold rheum cough.