Medicinal Plants : Stephaniae tetrandrae
Name
Stephania rootBiological Name
Stephaniae tetrandrae
Menispermaceae
Other Names
Stephania rootParts Used
Root
Remedies For
Analgesic, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, antibacterial, antihypertensive, Diuretic
This herb is used for arthritic and rheumatic conditions caused by wind, damp, and coldness; it can also be used for heat, depending on the other herbs with which it is combined with. Also useful for the treatment of generalized edema, ascites, lymphedema, and deficient mother's milk.
Description
No information.
Dosage
3-9 grams.
Safety
Stephania should not be used by those with chronic dampness or those with yin deficiency.