Herb Listings
Bai Ji Li / Tribulus (Caltrop) Fruit | |||
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Taste: Acrid, Bitter • Temperature: Warm • Category: Extinguish Wind • Sub Category: | |||
Dosage6-12g |
Actions1. Calms the Liver & anchors the yang: for headaches, vertigo, or dizziness due to ascendant Liver yang.2. Dispels wind-heat & brightens the eyes: for red, swollen, & painful eyes as well as increased tearing. 3. Facilitates the smooth flow of Liver qi: for pain & distention in the chest or flanks, or insufficient lactation, due to constrained Liver qi. 4. Dispels wind & stops itching: for any kind of skin lesion with significant itching, such as hives. Also used for vitiligo. |
MeridiansLiver, Lung |
CautionsUse with caution during pregnancy, & in cases of qi or blood deficiency. |