✵The TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) herbalism is also known as pharmaceutics of Traditional Chinese Medicine, or Chinese pharmaceutics, is the branch of health science dealing with the preparation, dispensing, and proper utilization of Chinese herbs. It is majorly composed of Introduction of Chinese Medicinals, Classification of Chinese Herbs, Formulas, and Patent medicines.
Classifications of Herbs:Herbs Diuretics.
Introduction: Herbs Diuretics: also known as damp-draining diuretic herbs, an agent or substance herbs that increases urine excretion and water discharge for treating internal retention of dampness. Damp-draining diuretic herbs mostly are neutral or slight cold in nature, sweet or tasteless in flavor, and could increase urine excretion, according to its differences on flavor and functions, Damp-draining diuretic herbs are mainly classified into several kinds: ①.edema-alleviating diuretic herbs, ②.stranguria-relieving diuretic herbs, and ③.damp-draining anti-icteric herbs.
Edema-alleviating diuretic herbs are an agent or substance that increases urine excretion for treating edema with oliguria, diarrhea, and retained fluid. Edema-alleviating diuretic herbs mostly are neutral or slightly cold in property, sweet or tasteless in flavor, have functions increases urine excretion, etc., and these herbs are mainly used for edema due to internal retention of water and dampness, difficult urination. Representative herbs of this kind are Poria (Fú Línɡ), Rhizoma Alismatic (Zé Xiè), and other herbs including Exocarpium Benincasae (Dōnɡ Guā Pí), Polyporus(Zhū Línɡ), Semen Phaseoli (Chì Xiǎo Dòu), Semen Coicis(Yì Yǐ Rén), Stigma Maydis (Yù Mǐ Xū), Pericarpium Lagenariae (Hú Lu), Gryllotalpa (Lóu Gū), Pericarpium Arecae (Dà Fù Pí), Fructus Liquidambaris (Lù Lù Tōnɡ), etc.
Stranguria-relieving diuretic herbs are an agent or substance that increases urine excretion and relieve stranguria, mainly indicated in the treatment of damp-heat in the lower energizer with painful discharge of urine. Stranguria-relieving diuretic herbs mostly are cold in property, bitter or sweet and tasteless in flavor, have functions purging dampness and heat in the lower energizer, prompt urine excretion and relieve stranguria, etc., and these herbs are mainly used for scanty red urine (oliguria and reddish urine), stranguria of different types, etc. Representative herbs of this kind are Semen Plantaginis (Chē Qián Zǐ), Herba Plantaginis (Chē Qián Cǎo), Talcumn (Huá Shí), and other herbs including Medulla Junci (Dēnɡ Xīn Cǎo), Fructus Malvae (Dōnɡ Kuí Guǒ), Herba Dianthi (Qú Mài), Herba Polygoni Avicularis (Biān Xù), Medulla Tetrapanacis (Tōnɡ Cǎo), Spora Lygodii (Hǎi Jīn Shā), Folium Pyrrosiae (Shí Wéi), Bì Xiè (Rhizoma Dioscoreae Septemlobae or Rhizoma Dioscoreae Hypoglaucae), Fructus Kochiae (Dì Fū Zǐ), etc.
Damp-draining anti-icteric herbs are an agent or substance that relieves various kinds of stranguria, including damp-heat stranguria and urolithiasia. Damp-draining anti-icteric herbs mostly are slight cold in property, bitter or sweet and tasteless in flavor, have functions purging heat and prompt urine excretion, normalizing gallbladder to relieve jaundice, etc., and these herbs are mainly used for jaundice with damp-heat pathogen, etc. Representative herbs of this kind are Herba Artemisiae Scophariae (Yīn Chén), and other herbs including Rhizoma Polygoni Cuspidati (Hǔ Zhànɡ), Herba Lysimachiae (Jīn Qián Cǎo), Herba Sedi (Chuí Pén Cǎo), Centella asiatica (Jī Xuě Cǎo), etc. Among above herbs, Centella asiatica (Jī Xuě Cǎo) is introduced in Popular Herbs.
✵Till January 1st, 2024, there are totally [29] kinds of common TCM herbs, [33] kinds of related plant species, [2] kinds of related fungus species, [2] kinds of related insect species, [1] kind of related mineral are recorded in this category. Edema-alleviating diuretic herbs are briefly introduced separately:
✵Till January 1st, 2024, there are totally [11] kinds of common TCM herbs, [9] kinds of related plant species, [2] kinds of related fungus species, [2] kinds of related insect species, are recorded in this category. Edema-alleviating diuretic herbs are briefly introduced separately:
Poria (Poria Cocos).
Brief Introduction: The herb Poria is the dried sclerotium of the fungus Poria cocos (Schw.) Wolf (family Polyporaceae), used (1).as a diuretic in cases of edema and oliguria, (2).to invigorate the spleen for treating anorexia and diarrhea, and (3).to induce tranquilization in cases of palpitation and insomnia. The herb is commonly known as Poria, Poria Cocos, Fú Línɡ.
Polyporus (Chuling, Umbellate Polypore).
Brief Introduction: The herb Polyporus is the dried sclerotium of the fungus Polyporus umbellatus (Pers) Fr (family Polyporaceae), used as a diuretic for edema and oliguria, and also to filter out damp for treating leukorrhagia. This herb is commonly known as Polyporus, Chuling, Umbellate Polypore, Agaric, Zhū Línɡ.
Rhizoma Alismatic (Water-plantain Rhizome).
Brief Introduction: The herb Rhizoma Alismatic is the dried tuber of Alisma orientale (Sam.) Juz.(family Alismaceae), used (1).to promote urine excretion for oliguria and edema, (2).to filter out damp in cases of diarrhea and leukorrhea, and (3).to purge heat in cases of bladder damp-heat. The herb is commonly known as Rhizoma Alismatic, Water-plantain Rhizome, Zé Xiè.
Exocarpium Benincasae (Chinese Wax-gourd Peel).
Brief Introduction: The herb Exocarpium Benincasae is the dried exocarp of Benincasa hispida (Thunb.) Cogn (family Cucurbitaceae), used to induce diuresis for treating oliguria and edema. The herb is commonly known as Exocarpium Benincasae, Chinese Wax-gourd Peel, Dōnɡ Guā Pí.
Semen Phaseoli (Rice Bean).
Brief Introduction: The herb Semen Phaseoli is the dried ripe seed of Phaseolus calcaratus Roxb., or Phaseolus angularis Wight (family Leguminosae), used to induce diuresis, counteract toxins and promote the drainage of pus in cases of boils, sores and abscesses. The herb is commonly known as Semen Phaseoli, Rice Bean, Chì Xiǎo Dòu.
Semen Coicis (Coix Seed,Job's-tear Seed).
Brief Introduction: The herb Semen Coicis is the dried ripe kernel obtained by removing the hard husk and seed coat of Coix lacryma-jobi L.var.ma-yuen (Romanet) Stapf (family Graminae), used (1).to invigorate the spleen and dispel dampness for treating diarrhea and edema, (2).to clear heat and discharge pus for treating lung abscess and acute appendicitis, and (3).for treating verruca plana. The herb is commonly known as Semen Coicis, Coix Seed, Job's-tear Seed, Yì Yǐ Rén.
Stigma Maydis (Corn Stigma).
Brief Introduction: The herb Stigma Maydis is the dried styles and stigmata of Zea mays L (family Gramineae), used (1).to induce diuresis for treating edema, (2).to promote bile discharge in cases of jaundice, and (3)to reduce high blood pressure in cases of hypertension. The herb is commonly known as Stigma Maydis, Corn Stigma, Yù Mǐ Xū.
Pericarpium Lagenariae (Calabash Gourd).
Brief Introduction: The herb Pericarpium Lagenariae is the dried pericarp of Lagenaria siceraria (Molina) Standl (family Cucurbitaceae), a diuretic for treating severe edema and ascites. The herb is commonly known as Pericarpium Lagenariae, Calabash Gourd, Hú Lu.
Gryllotalpa (Mole Cricket).
Brief Introduction: The herb Gryllotalpa is the dried body of Gryllotalpa unispina Saussure., or Gryllotalpa africana Palisot et Beauvois (family Gryllotalpidae), a diuretic for treating severe edema, ascites, and retention of urine. The herb is commonly known as Gryllotalpa, Mole Cricket, Chinese Mole Cricket, African Mole Cricket, Lóu Gū.
Pericarpium Arecae (Areca Peel).
Brief Introduction: The herb Pericarpium Arecae is the dried pericarp of Areca catechu L (family Palmae), used to induce diuresis and remove stagnant Qi for relieving abdominal distension and edema. The herb is commonly known as Pericarpium Arecae, Areca Peel, Dà Fù Pí.
Fructus Liquidambaris (Beautiful Sweetgum Fruit).
Brief Introduction: The herb Fructus Liquidambaris is the dried strobile(cone) of Liquidambar formosana Hance (family Hamanelidaceae), used (1).to induce diuresis for treating edema, (2).to dispel wind-damp in cases of arthralgia, and (3).to promote menstrual discharge in cases of amenorrhea. The herb is commonly known as Fructus Liquidambaris, Beartiful Sweetgum Fruit, Taiwan Sweetgum, Lù Lù Tōnɡ.
✵Till January 1st, 2024, there are totally [13] kinds of common TCM herbs, [19] kinds of related plant species, [1] kind of related mineral are recorded in this category. Stranguria-relieving diuretic herbs are briefly introduced separately:
Semen Plantaginis (Plantain Seed).
Brief Introduction: The herb Semen Plantaginis is the dried ripe seed of Plantago asiatica L., or Plantago depressa Willd (family Plantaginaceae), used (1).to induce diuresis and filter out damp for treating watery diarrhea, edema and stranguria,(2).to clear the liver and improve vision in cases of eye diseases, and (3).to clear the lung and resolve phlegm for cases of cough with profuse phlegm. The herb is commonly known as Semen Plantaginis, Plantain Seed, Chē Qián Zǐ.
Herba Plantaginis (Plantain Herb).
Brief Introduction: The herb Herba Plantaginis is the dried entire plant of Plantago asiatica L., or Plantago depressa Willd.(family Plantaginaceae), used (1).to induce diuresis in cases of edema, oliguria and stranguria, and (2).to clear heat and counteract toxins in cases of sores, carbuncles, dysentery, and acute pulmonary and urinary infections. The herb is commonly known as Herba Plantaginis, Plantain Herb, Chē Qián Cǎo.
Talcumn (Talc).
Brief Introduction: The herb Talcumn is a very soft mineral composed mainly of hydrous magnesium silicate, used to induce diuresis, clear summer-heat and dispel damp in the treatment of summer afflictions, watery diarrhea, oliguria, and urinary infection, and also externally for treating eczema and miliaria. The herb is commonly known as Talcumn, Talc, Huá Shí.
Medulla Junci (Common Rush).
Brief Introduction: The herb Medulla Junci is the dried pith of Juncus effusus L (family Junaceae), used (1).to induce diuresis for treating heat stranguria, and (2).to calm the mind for relieving fidgetiness and insomnia. The herb is commonly known as Medulla Junci, Common Rush, Dēnɡ Xīn Cǎo.
Fructus Malvae (Cluster Mallow Fruit).
Brief Introduction: The herb Fructus Malvae is the dried ripe fruit of Malva verticillata L (family Malvaceae), used to clear heat and induce diuresis for treating stranguria, oliguria, and edema. The herb is commonly known as Fructus Malvae, Cluster Mallow Fruit, Dōnɡ Kuí Guǒ.
Brief Introduction: The herb Herba Polygoni Avicularis is the dried aerial part of Polygonum aviculare L (family Polygonaceae), used (1).to promote diuresis and eliminate damp-heat in cases of stranguria with turbid urine and morbid leukorrhea, and (2).to dispel wind-damp in cases of arthralgia. The herb is commonly known as Herba Polygoni Avicularis, Common Knotgrass Herb, Biān Xù.
Herba Dianthi (Liliac Pink Herb).
Brief Introduction: The herb Herba Dianthi is the dried aerial part of Dianthus superbus L., or Dianthus chinensis L (family Caryophyllaceae), used to promote diuresis and eliminate damp-heat for the treatment of heat stranguria and blood stranguria, and (2).as an emmenagogue for amenorrhea. The herb is commonly known as Herba Dianthi, Liliac Pink Herb, Qú Mài.
Medulla Tetrapanacis (Ricepaper-plant Pith).
Brief Introduction: The herb Medulla Tetrapanacis is the stem pith of Tetrapanax papyriferus (Hook.) K.Koch (family Araliaceae), used (1).to clear heat and remove damp in cases of stranguria and oliguria, and (2). to promote milk secretion in cases of inadequate lactation. The herb is commonly known as Ricepaperplant Pith, Medulla Tetrapanacis, Tōnɡ Cǎo.
Spora Lygodii (Hai Jin Sha).
Brief Introduction: The herb Spora Lygodii is the spores of Lygodium japonicum (Thunb.) Sw (family Ligodiaceae), used to eliminate damp-heat and as a lithagogue for treating bladder damp-heat and urinary calculi. The herb is commonly known as Spora Lygodii, Hǎi Jīn Shā.
Folium Pyrrosiae (Shearer's Pyrrosia Leaf).
Brief Introduction: The herb Folium Pyrrosiae is the dried leaf of Pyrrosia sheareri (Bak.) Ching., Pyrrosia lingua (Thunb.) Farwell., or Pyrrosia petiolosa (Christ) Ching (family Polypodiaceae), used (1).to induce diuresis, relieve dysuria for treating bladder damp-heat, and (2).to clear the lung for relieving cough and dyspnea. It is commonly known as Pyrrosia Leaf, Folium Pyrrosiae, Leaf of Shearer's Pyrrosia, Shí Wéi.
Brief Introduction: The herb Rhizoma Dioscoreae Septemlobae is the dried rhizome of Dioscorea septemloba Thunb., or Dioscorea futschauensis Uline (family Dioscoreaceae), used (1).to eliminate damp-turbidity in cases of chyluria and stranguria with turbid urine, and (2).to dispel wind-damp in cases of rheumatic arthritis. The herb is commonly known as Rhizoma Dioscoreae Septemlobae, Seven-lobed Yam Rhizome, Severlobed Yam, Mián Bì Xiè.
Brief Introduction: The herb Rhizoma Dioscoreae Hypoglaucae is the dried rhizome of Dioscorea hypoglauca Palib (family Dioscoreaceae), used similarly to Rhizoma Dioscoreae Septemlobae. The herb is commonly known as Rhizoma Dioscoreae Hypoglaucae, Hypoglaucous Yam Rhizome, Fěn Bì Xiè.
Fructus Kochiae (Belvedere Fruit).
Brief Introduction: The herb Fructus Kochiae is the dried ripe fruit of Kochia scoparia (L.) Schrad (family Chenopodiaceae), used to clear damp-heat in cases of bladder damp-heat with stranguria, and to relieve the itch in cases of urticaria, eczema, and pruritus. The herb is commonly known as Fructus Kochiae, Belvedere Fruit, Dì Fū Zǐ.
✵Till January 1st, 2024, there are totally [4] kinds of common TCM herbs, [5] kinds of related plant species, are recorded in this category. Damp-draining anti-icteric herbs are briefly introduced separately:
Brief Introduction: The herb Herba Artemisiae Scophariae is the dried young shoot or flowering top of Artemisia capillaris Thunb., or Artemisia scoparia Waldst.et Kit (family Compositae), used to eliminate damp-heat in the liver and gallbladder for the treatment of jaundice and also for eczema. The herb is commonly known as Herba Artemisiae Scophariae, Virgate Wormwood Herb, Yīn Chén.
Herba Sedi (Stringy Stonecrop Herb).
Brief Introduction: The herb Herba Sedi is the fresh or dried entire plant of Sedum sarmentosum Bunge (family Crassulaceae), used to remove damp-heat and counteract toxins for the treatment of acute and chronic hepatitis, jaundice, boils, and sores. The herb is commonly known as Herba Sedi, Stringy Stonecrop Herb, Chuí Pén Cǎo.
Herba Lysimachiae (Christina Loosetrife).
Brief Introduction: The herb Herba Lysimachiae is the dried entire plant of Lysimachia christinae Hance (family Primulaceae), used (1).as a cholagogue, lithagogue, and diuretic for the treatment of acute jaundice, biliary and urinary calculi, and (2).to relieve toxicity and reduce swelling in cases of boils and venomous snake-bite. The herb is commonly known as Herba Lysimachiae, Christina Loosetrife, Jīn Qián Cǎo.
Brief Introduction: The herb Rhizoma Polygoni Cuspidati is the dried rhizome of giant knotweed, Polygonum cuspidatum Sieb.et Zucc (family Polygonaceae), used (1).to clear heat, counteract toxins, and promote bile flow in cases of hepatitis, jaundice, dysentery, bladder damp-heat, and lung heat with cough, (2).to activate blood and remove stasis for treating amenorrhea and traumatic injuries, and (3).externally for burns and venomous snake-bite. The herb is commonly known as Rhizoma Polygoni Cuspidati, Giant Knotweed Rhizome, Hǔ Zhànɡ.
✵The TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) herbalism is also known as pharmaceutics of Traditional Chinese Medicine, or Chinese pharmaceutics, is the branch of health science dealing with the preparation, dispensing, and proper utilization of Chinese herbs. It is majorly composed of Introduction of Chinese Medicinals, Classification of Chinese Herbs, Formulas, and Patent medicines.
Introduction: Herbs Diuretics: also known as damp-draining diuretic herbs, an agent or substance herbs that increases urine excretion and water discharge for treating internal retention of dampness. Damp-draining diuretic herbs mostly are neutral or slight cold in nature, sweet or tasteless in flavor, and could increase urine excretion, according to its differences on flavor and functions, Damp-draining diuretic herbs are mainly classified into several kinds: ①.edema-alleviating diuretic herbs, ②.stranguria-relieving diuretic herbs, and ③.damp-draining anti-icteric herbs.
Introduction: Edema-alleviating diuretic herbs are known including:Poria (Poria Cocos), Polyporus (Chuling,Umbellate Polypore), Rhizoma Alismatic (Water-plantain Rhizome), Exocarpium Benincasae (Chinese Wax-gourd Peel), Semen Phaseoli (Rice Bean), Semen Coicis (Coix Seed,Job's-tear Seed), Stigma Maydis (Corn Stigma), Pericarpium Lagenariae (Calabash Gourd), Gryllotalpa (Mole Cricket), Pericarpium Arecae (Areca Peel), Fructus Liquidambaris (Beautiful Sweetgum Fruit), etc.
Brief Introduction: The herb Poria is the dried sclerotium of the fungus Poria cocos (Schw.) Wolf (family Polyporaceae), used (1).as a diuretic in cases of edema and oliguria, (2).to invigorate the spleen for treating anorexia and diarrhea, and (3).to induce tranquilization in cases of palpitation and insomnia. The herb is commonly known as Poria, Poria Cocos, Fú Línɡ.
Brief Introduction: The herb Polyporus is the dried sclerotium of the fungus Polyporus umbellatus (Pers) Fr (family Polyporaceae), used as a diuretic for edema and oliguria, and also to filter out damp for treating leukorrhagia. This herb is commonly known as Polyporus, Chuling, Umbellate Polypore, Agaric, Zhū Línɡ.
Brief Introduction: The herb Rhizoma Alismatic is the dried tuber of Alisma orientale (Sam.) Juz.(family Alismaceae), used (1).to promote urine excretion for oliguria and edema, (2).to filter out damp in cases of diarrhea and leukorrhea, and (3).to purge heat in cases of bladder damp-heat. The herb is commonly known as Rhizoma Alismatic, Water-plantain Rhizome, Zé Xiè.
Brief Introduction: The herb Exocarpium Benincasae is the dried exocarp of Benincasa hispida (Thunb.) Cogn (family Cucurbitaceae), used to induce diuresis for treating oliguria and edema. The herb is commonly known as Exocarpium Benincasae, Chinese Wax-gourd Peel, Dōnɡ Guā Pí.
Brief Introduction: The herb Semen Phaseoli is the dried ripe seed of Phaseolus calcaratus Roxb., or Phaseolus angularis Wight (family Leguminosae), used to induce diuresis, counteract toxins and promote the drainage of pus in cases of boils, sores and abscesses. The herb is commonly known as Semen Phaseoli, Rice Bean, Chì Xiǎo Dòu.
Brief Introduction: The herb Semen Coicis is the dried ripe kernel obtained by removing the hard husk and seed coat of Coix lacryma-jobi L.var.ma-yuen (Romanet) Stapf (family Graminae), used (1).to invigorate the spleen and dispel dampness for treating diarrhea and edema, (2).to clear heat and discharge pus for treating lung abscess and acute appendicitis, and (3).for treating verruca plana. The herb is commonly known as Semen Coicis, Coix Seed, Job's-tear Seed, Yì Yǐ Rén.
Brief Introduction: The herb Stigma Maydis is the dried styles and stigmata of Zea mays L (family Gramineae), used (1).to induce diuresis for treating edema, (2).to promote bile discharge in cases of jaundice, and (3)to reduce high blood pressure in cases of hypertension. The herb is commonly known as Stigma Maydis, Corn Stigma, Yù Mǐ Xū.
Brief Introduction: The herb Pericarpium Lagenariae is the dried pericarp of Lagenaria siceraria (Molina) Standl (family Cucurbitaceae), a diuretic for treating severe edema and ascites. The herb is commonly known as Pericarpium Lagenariae, Calabash Gourd, Hú Lu.
Brief Introduction: The herb Gryllotalpa is the dried body of Gryllotalpa unispina Saussure., or Gryllotalpa africana Palisot et Beauvois (family Gryllotalpidae), a diuretic for treating severe edema, ascites, and retention of urine. The herb is commonly known as Gryllotalpa, Mole Cricket, Chinese Mole Cricket, African Mole Cricket, Lóu Gū.
Brief Introduction: The herb Pericarpium Arecae is the dried pericarp of Areca catechu L (family Palmae), used to induce diuresis and remove stagnant Qi for relieving abdominal distension and edema. The herb is commonly known as Pericarpium Arecae, Areca Peel, Dà Fù Pí.
Brief Introduction: The herb Fructus Liquidambaris is the dried strobile(cone) of Liquidambar formosana Hance (family Hamanelidaceae), used (1).to induce diuresis for treating edema, (2).to dispel wind-damp in cases of arthralgia, and (3).to promote menstrual discharge in cases of amenorrhea. The herb is commonly known as Fructus Liquidambaris, Beartiful Sweetgum Fruit, Taiwan Sweetgum, Lù Lù Tōnɡ.
Brief Introduction: The herb Semen Plantaginis is the dried ripe seed of Plantago asiatica L., or Plantago depressa Willd (family Plantaginaceae), used (1).to induce diuresis and filter out damp for treating watery diarrhea, edema and stranguria,(2).to clear the liver and improve vision in cases of eye diseases, and (3).to clear the lung and resolve phlegm for cases of cough with profuse phlegm. The herb is commonly known as Semen Plantaginis, Plantain Seed, Chē Qián Zǐ.
Brief Introduction: The herb Herba Plantaginis is the dried entire plant of Plantago asiatica L., or Plantago depressa Willd.(family Plantaginaceae), used (1).to induce diuresis in cases of edema, oliguria and stranguria, and (2).to clear heat and counteract toxins in cases of sores, carbuncles, dysentery, and acute pulmonary and urinary infections. The herb is commonly known as Herba Plantaginis, Plantain Herb, Chē Qián Cǎo.
Brief Introduction: The herb Talcumn is a very soft mineral composed mainly of hydrous magnesium silicate, used to induce diuresis, clear summer-heat and dispel damp in the treatment of summer afflictions, watery diarrhea, oliguria, and urinary infection, and also externally for treating eczema and miliaria. The herb is commonly known as Talcumn, Talc, Huá Shí.
Brief Introduction: The herb Medulla Junci is the dried pith of Juncus effusus L (family Junaceae), used (1).to induce diuresis for treating heat stranguria, and (2).to calm the mind for relieving fidgetiness and insomnia. The herb is commonly known as Medulla Junci, Common Rush, Dēnɡ Xīn Cǎo.
Brief Introduction: The herb Fructus Malvae is the dried ripe fruit of Malva verticillata L (family Malvaceae), used to clear heat and induce diuresis for treating stranguria, oliguria, and edema. The herb is commonly known as Fructus Malvae, Cluster Mallow Fruit, Dōnɡ Kuí Guǒ.
Brief Introduction: The herb Herba Polygoni Avicularis is the dried aerial part of Polygonum aviculare L (family Polygonaceae), used (1).to promote diuresis and eliminate damp-heat in cases of stranguria with turbid urine and morbid leukorrhea, and (2).to dispel wind-damp in cases of arthralgia. The herb is commonly known as Herba Polygoni Avicularis, Common Knotgrass Herb, Biān Xù.
Brief Introduction: The herb Herba Dianthi is the dried aerial part of Dianthus superbus L., or Dianthus chinensis L (family Caryophyllaceae), used to promote diuresis and eliminate damp-heat for the treatment of heat stranguria and blood stranguria, and (2).as an emmenagogue for amenorrhea. The herb is commonly known as Herba Dianthi, Liliac Pink Herb, Qú Mài.
Brief Introduction: The herb Medulla Tetrapanacis is the stem pith of Tetrapanax papyriferus (Hook.) K.Koch (family Araliaceae), used (1).to clear heat and remove damp in cases of stranguria and oliguria, and (2). to promote milk secretion in cases of inadequate lactation. The herb is commonly known as Ricepaperplant Pith, Medulla Tetrapanacis, Tōnɡ Cǎo. 
Brief Introduction: The herb Spora Lygodii is the spores of Lygodium japonicum (Thunb.) Sw (family Ligodiaceae), used to eliminate damp-heat and as a lithagogue for treating bladder damp-heat and urinary calculi. The herb is commonly known as Spora Lygodii, Hǎi Jīn Shā.
Brief Introduction: The herb Folium Pyrrosiae is the dried leaf of Pyrrosia sheareri (Bak.) Ching., Pyrrosia lingua (Thunb.) Farwell., or Pyrrosia petiolosa (Christ) Ching (family Polypodiaceae), used (1).to induce diuresis, relieve dysuria for treating bladder damp-heat, and (2).to clear the lung for relieving cough and dyspnea. It is commonly known as Pyrrosia Leaf, Folium Pyrrosiae, Leaf of Shearer's Pyrrosia, Shí Wéi.
Brief Introduction: The herb Rhizoma Dioscoreae Septemlobae is the dried rhizome of Dioscorea septemloba Thunb., or Dioscorea futschauensis Uline (family Dioscoreaceae), used (1).to eliminate damp-turbidity in cases of chyluria and stranguria with turbid urine, and (2).to dispel wind-damp in cases of rheumatic arthritis. The herb is commonly known as Rhizoma Dioscoreae Septemlobae, Seven-lobed Yam Rhizome, Severlobed Yam, Mián Bì Xiè.
Brief Introduction: The herb Rhizoma Dioscoreae Hypoglaucae is the dried rhizome of Dioscorea hypoglauca Palib (family Dioscoreaceae), used similarly to Rhizoma Dioscoreae Septemlobae. The herb is commonly known as Rhizoma Dioscoreae Hypoglaucae, Hypoglaucous Yam Rhizome, Fěn Bì Xiè.
Brief Introduction: The herb Fructus Kochiae is the dried ripe fruit of Kochia scoparia (L.) Schrad (family Chenopodiaceae), used to clear damp-heat in cases of bladder damp-heat with stranguria, and to relieve the itch in cases of urticaria, eczema, and pruritus. The herb is commonly known as Fructus Kochiae, Belvedere Fruit, Dì Fū Zǐ.
Brief Introduction: The herb Herba Artemisiae Scophariae is the dried young shoot or flowering top of Artemisia capillaris Thunb., or Artemisia scoparia Waldst.et Kit (family Compositae), used to eliminate damp-heat in the liver and gallbladder for the treatment of jaundice and also for eczema. The herb is commonly known as Herba Artemisiae Scophariae, Virgate Wormwood Herb, Yīn Chén.
Brief Introduction: The herb Herba Sedi is the fresh or dried entire plant of Sedum sarmentosum Bunge (family Crassulaceae), used to remove damp-heat and counteract toxins for the treatment of acute and chronic hepatitis, jaundice, boils, and sores. The herb is commonly known as Herba Sedi, Stringy Stonecrop Herb, Chuí Pén Cǎo.
Brief Introduction: The herb Herba Lysimachiae is the dried entire plant of Lysimachia christinae Hance (family Primulaceae), used (1).as a cholagogue, lithagogue, and diuretic for the treatment of acute jaundice, biliary and urinary calculi, and (2).to relieve toxicity and reduce swelling in cases of boils and venomous snake-bite. The herb is commonly known as Herba Lysimachiae, Christina Loosetrife, Jīn Qián Cǎo.
Brief Introduction: The herb Rhizoma Polygoni Cuspidati is the dried rhizome of giant knotweed, Polygonum cuspidatum Sieb.et Zucc (family Polygonaceae), used (1).to clear heat, counteract toxins, and promote bile flow in cases of hepatitis, jaundice, dysentery, bladder damp-heat, and lung heat with cough, (2).to activate blood and remove stasis for treating amenorrhea and traumatic injuries, and (3).externally for burns and venomous snake-bite. The herb is commonly known as Rhizoma Polygoni Cuspidati, Giant Knotweed Rhizome, Hǔ Zhànɡ.
