Water Nightshade
Radix et Caulis Solani Torvi
Shui Qie

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Acrid; neutral

Part(s) used

Root

Potential toxicity/side effects

Slightly toxic

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To quicken blood, dissipate stasis and relieve pain.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Painful wound from knocks and falls, taxation damage in lumbar muscle, sand, stomachache, clove sore, swollen welling abscess.