Tuniclike Psammosilene Root
Psammosilenes Radix
Jin Tie Suo

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Bitter; pungent; warm; slightly toxic

Part(s) used

Root

Potential toxicity/side effects

Slightly toxic

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To dissipate stasis and settle pain, stanch bleeding, disperse welling abscess and expel pus.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Knocks and falls, wind-damp pain, stomachache, welling abscess and boil, bleeding due to external injury.