The efficacy and function of Phyllanthus urinaria

Phyllanthus urinaria is a kind of traditional Chinese medicine and is very helpful for many diseases. Let us give a brief introduction to the leaves under the leaves.

【Alias】

Pearl grass, pearl under the leaves, pearl behind the leaves, cross pearl grass, night primrose, night primrose pearl

【source】

It is Phyllanthus surinaria L., a plant of the Euphorbiaceae family, and the whole plant is used as medicine. The whole herb is collected in summer and autumn, impurities are removed, and it is dried.

【Nature and flavor】

Slightly bitter, sweet, and cool.

【Function and indications】

Clears away heat, promotes diuresis, improves eyesight, and eliminates accumulation. Used for nephritis edema, urinary tract infection, stones, enteritis, dysentery, malnutrition, keratitis, icteric hepatitis; used externally to treat bamboo snake bites.

【Usage and Dosage】

For external use, mash the fresh grass and apply it around the wound.

【extract】

National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicine

Based on the above summary, Phyllanthus urinaria still has certain pharmacological effects. What needs to be noted is that Phyllanthus urinaria should be consumed according to one's actual situation and not in excess.