The efficacy and function of cup chrysanthemum

The Chinese medicinal herb cup chrysanthemum is already very familiar to most people. But in fact, not many people know the effects and functions of the Chinese medicine cup chrysanthemum, so let’s talk about it below.

[Other names] Artemisia scoparia, Artemisia scoparia branch

[Source] Cyathocline purpurea (Buch.-Ham.) O. Ktunze, Asteraceae , the whole plant is used as medicine.

【Habitat distribution】 Guangxi, Guangdong, Guizhou and Yunnan.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter, cool.

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat and detoxifies, reduces inflammation and stops bleeding, removes dampness and promotes diuresis, and kills insects. It is mainly used to treat acute gastroenteritis, heatstroke, cystitis, urethritis, pharyngitis, stomatitis, hematemesis, and epistaxis.

[Usage and Dosage] 0.5-1 liang; for external use, appropriate amount, crush the fresh product for application, or grind the dry product into powder for application.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

Through the detailed introduction above, we have a good understanding of the effects and functions of the Chinese medicine cup chrysanthemum. I hope this can be helpful to everyone.