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Xian He Cao (仙鶴草), agrimony, astringes and stops bleeding of many kinds (hot or cold, since it is neutral), and also relieves diarrhoea and supports the depleted; a versatile haemostatic.
Latin / Pharmaceutical Name
Agrimonia pilosa (Herba Agrimoniae)
Common English Name
Agrimony
Taste
Bitter, astringent
Temperature
Neutral
Channels Entered
Lung, Liver, Spleen
Actions & Functions
- Astringes and stops bleeding (broad spectrum)
- Stops diarrhoea and dysentery; kills parasites
- Supports and restores in depletion
Indications
Bleeding of all kinds (coughing of blood, blood in stool/urine, uterine bleeding); chronic diarrhoea and dysentery; and general fatigue and depletion.
Dosage
9-15 g in decoction.
Common Combinations
Combined with cooling or warming haemostatics according to the pattern.
Cautions & Contraindications
Generally well tolerated.
