Zi Hua Di Ding (Viola or Yedeon's Violet)
Herb 29 of 29 in Herbs that Clear Heat and Eliminate Toxins
Channels:
HT, LIV
Properties:
Spicy, Bitter, Cold
Latin:
Herba cum Radice Violae Yedoensitis
Chinese:
紫花地丁
Tone Marks:
zĭ huā dì dīng
Translation:
Purple Flower Earth Spike
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Chinese Herb Actions
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Eliminates Heat and Toxicity
Reduces inflammation of the throat, eyes, and ears, especially effective for treating mumps. Also effective at clearing abscesses of the breast and intestines, and erysipelas. - Relieves Sores from Heat
Used topically or internally for boils, carbuncles, and other sores or abscesses, especially in the head and back.
Chinese Herb Contraindications & Cautions
- Do not use in cases of cold from deficiency.
Herb-Drug Interactions
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Chinese Herb Toxicity & Overdose
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Chinese Herb Dosage
- 9-15 grams.
- Part used: entire plant.
Chinese Herb Notes
- Often used fresh for topical application
This Herb Appears in the Following Formulas:
- Wu Wei Xiao Du Yin (Five Ingredient Decoction to Eliminate Toxins)
Category: Formulas that Clear Heat and Relieve Toxicity
