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Jue Chuang Cao

Unknown

Pinyin: Jue Chuang Cao Latin: Herba Rostellulariae
Trailing Water Willow (English)

โ˜ฏ TCM Properties

Category: clearing_heat
Temperature: cold
Taste: salty, pungent, bitter
Meridians: liver, gallbladder, lung
Functions:

Invigorates the Blood, moves Qi, clears Heat, resolves toxicity, disperses accumulations, disperses extravasated Blood and alleviates pain; Promotes diuresis

Botanical Description

Jue Chuang Cao is a Pinyin folk name encountered in scattered regional Chinese materia medica references but cannot be reliably matched to a single botanical species in standard authorities such as the Chinese Pharmacopoeia, Zhong Yao Da Ci Dian, or Flora of China. The literal translation suggests a small grass or herb used for sore- or wound-related applications, but multiple unrelated taxa have carried similar local names in different provinces. Without a verified Latin binomial, botanical features (habit, leaf form, inflorescence, fruit) cannot be described with confidence. Practitioners should treat this entry as unidentified pending authoritative source confirmation.

Dosage

Form Amount Frequency Duration Population Notes
decoction 6-15g Daily โ€” โ€” โ€”

Cultural & Historical Context

Traditional American Uses

None Documented

Important Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any herbal remedy, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, or taking medications.