Shi Shang Bai (Selaginella)

Shi Shang Bai (Selaginella)

Herb 22 of 29 in Herbs that Clear Heat and Eliminate Toxins

Cold Shi Shang Bai (Herba Selaginellae Doederleinii)
Channels:
LIV
Properties:
Sweet, Spicy, Neutral, Bitter, Cold
Latin:
Herba Selaginellae Doederleinii
Tone Marks:
shí shàng băi
Translation:
Stone Top Fir
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Chinese Herb Actions

  • Clears Heat and Reduces Toxicity
    Used for treating fever, Lung heat cough, sore throat, and ulcers.
  • Drains Damp-Heat
    For cancer or cirrhosis of the Liver, ascites, Damp-Heat jaundice, and Damp-Heat in the urinary bladder.

Chinese Herb Contraindications & Cautions

  • Possible side effects may include discomfort, reduction of appetite, and hair loss.

Herb-Drug Interactions

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Chinese Herb Dosage

  • 15-30 grams. Up to 60 grams for cancer or cirrhosis of the liver.

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