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 dosage causes inhibition of rabbit intestine in vitro
TCM effects:
Benefits the stomach
Clears heat
Nourishes yin
Promotes the production of body fluid
Uses:
Dry throat
Epigastric pain
Febrile diseases
Red tongue
Retching
Thirst
Vexation
Dosages:
Decoction 9-20g
