Medicinal Plants : Lonicerae japonicae

Name

Biological Name

Lonicerae japonicae
Caprifoliaceae

Other Names

Parts Used

Remedies For

Anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, anti-microbial.

This herb has broad-spectrum antibiotic properties and can be used for all infections and inflammations. It is especially effective when the infection is in the respiratory tract; but is also effective for some gastrointestinal tract inflammations. It is useful for fevers, the common cold, sore throat, and influenza.

Dosage

6-15 grams; large doses (up to 60 grams) can be used effectively and safely in severe cases under the supervision of a qualified professional.

Safety

This herb should not be used by those with weakness in the spleen/stomach system when there is cold or diarrhea. It should be used carefully when there are sores due to qi or yin deficiency.