Description:
Ardisia pusilla A.DC. is a species in the genus Ardisia in the family Primulaceae. Leaves of ardisia pusilla is used in traditional Chinese medicine (CTM) where it is known as Xiao Qing (小青, 千金藤), it serves as a bitter tonic (clearing away internal heat) and discutient (reducing swelling).
Odour & Nature:
Warm-natured, non-toxic,
Channels:
Leaves of ardisia pusilla functions by influencing the liver and kidney.
Indications & Formulas:
Pounded leaves of ardisia pusilla is applied externally to treat snake bites.
A decoaction of leaves of ardisia pusilla and other herbs can help to treat rheumatism.
Pounded leaves of ardisia pusilla with granulated sugar can be used to treat a heatstroke.
The Ben Cao Medical Book (also known as Compendium of Materia Medica or Ben Cao Gang Mu; Chinese: 本草纲目) is the most famous and comprehensive medical book ever written in the history of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Compiled and written by Li Shi-zhen (1518~1593), a medical expert of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) over 27 years.
The Ben Cao Medical Book records and describes all the plants, animals, minerals, and other objects that were believed to have medicinal properties in TCM. The book reflects the pharmaceutical achievements and developments of East Asia before the 16th century. On the basis of his predecessors’ achievements in the pharmacological studies, Li contributed further by supplementing and rectifying many past mistakes and misconception in relate to nature of many medicinal substances and causes of various illnesses. Charles Darwin, originator of the biological theory of evolution, regards the book as the “ancient Chinese encyclopedia”.
Disclaimer: The Ben Cao Medical Book is translated by ChinaAbout.net . The information on this website is not intended to replace a one-on-one relationship with a qualified health care professional and is not intended as medical advice. It is intended as a sharing of CTM knowledge and information from the research and experience from the author Li Shi-zhen. Kindly be alert that the CTM knowledge and ancient formulas given above are likely NOT medically proven and may contain misconceptions.