Cansha
蚕沙
Wind-Dampness-Dispelling Herbs
Chinese Ivy Stem
Overview
Aliases
Tuguteng, Longlinbili, Jianye Bili, Sanjiaojian, Sanjiaofeng, Shangshuwugong, Fengtengcao, Sanjiaofeng
Nature and Flavor
Neutral, pungent, bitter
What's Inside
Ingredients
The stem contains tannins and resin. The leaves contain hederin, inositol, carotene and carbohydrates, and also contain tannins.
Therapeutic Effects
The saponins and lactones it contains inhibit common pathogenic dermatophytes, with the lactones showing stronger activity. It also has sedative and lipid-lowering effects.
Precautions
No precautions information available
NOTE: THE INFORMATION PROVIDE IS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES
ONLY AND IS NOT INTENDED AS MEDICAL ADVICE.
