Tea Root
Camellia Sinensis
Cha Shu Gen

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Bitter; astringent; cold

Part(s) used

Root

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To strengthen heart and disinhibit urine, quicken blood and regulate menstruation, clear heat and resolve toxin.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Edema due to heart disease, hepatitis, dysmenorrhea, toxin swelling of sores, mouth sore, burns and scalds, zoster, psoriasis.