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Ye Ju Hua (野菊花), wild chrysanthemum flower, clears heat and resolves fire toxicity and clears Liver heat from the eyes; stronger for toxicity than the cultivated Ju Hua.
Latin / Pharmaceutical Name
Chrysanthemum indicum (Flos Chrysanthemi Indici)
Common English Name
Wild chrysanthemum flower
Taste
Bitter, acrid
Temperature
Slightly cold
Channels Entered
Lung, Liver
Actions & Functions
- Clears heat and resolves toxicity (sores, carbuncles)
- Clears Liver heat and benefits the eyes
Indications
Toxic sores, carbuncles and furuncles; red, swollen, painful eyes; and sore throat; also hypertension.
Dosage
9-15 g in decoction; external use as a wash.
Common Combinations
With Jin Yin Hua and Pu Gong Ying for toxic sores.
Cautions & Contraindications
Use with caution in Spleen-Stomach deficiency-cold.
