Scientific name:
Acorus gramineus Soland.
Family:
Araceae
Parts used:
Rhizome
Actions:
Inhibits the abnormal fermentation in the gastrointestinal tract
Promotes the secretion of digestive juice
Relaxes the spasm of intestinal smooth muscles
Small dose of its volatile oil: sedative effect on animals
TCM effects:
Deprives dampness from the upper-Jiao to increase appetite
Eliminates phlegm to wake the patient from unconsciousness
Tranquilizes the mind
Uses:
Abdominal pain
Anorexia
Chronic [...]
Ref: How to Use Herbs in Chinese Medicine: The Basics and Practical Guides
Scientific name:
Dendrobium nobile Lindl., D. chrysanthum Wall. ex Lindl., D. loddigesii Rolfe, and Ephemerantha fimbriata (Bl.) Hunt et Summerh.
Family:
Orchidaceae
Parts used:
Stem
Actions:
Dendrobine (component): raises the level of blood sugar, hypotensive, antipyretic, and analgesic
Infusion: cardio-inhibitory
Low dosage causes excitation but high [...]
Scientific name:
Haliotis diversicolor Reeve, H. gigantea discus Reeve, and H. ovina Chemnitz
Family:
Haliotidae
Parts used:
Shell
Actions:
Haemostatic
Improves eyesight
TCM effects:
Analgesic
Antiacid
Benefits yin
Calms the liver
Clears away liver-fire to improve visual acuity
Suppresses the sthenic yang
Uses:
Blurring of vision
Conjunctivitis
Dizziness
Headaches
Insomnia
Irritability
Nebula
Night blindness
Regurgitation
Stomachache
Tinnitus
Dosages:
Appropriate amount for external use
Decoction 15-30g, crushed and decocted first
Powder 2-3g bid or tid
