Leaves of Xianghua, a Chinese medicine, are the whole grass of the Euphorbiaceae plant Xianghua grass. It has the effects of cooling blood, regulating menstruation, dispersing blood stasis, and reducing swelling. It is mainly used to treat excessive menstruation, contusions and injuries, and fractures.
【Nature and Meridian】
It has a cold nature, with a bitter and astringent taste. It belongs to the Liver meridian.
【Functions and Indications】
It cools the blood, regulates menstruation, disperses blood stasis, and reduces swelling. It is classified as a warm meridian hemostatic medicine.
"Herbal Medicine in Hebei Province": "It can be used for chronic bronchitis."
【Usage and Dosage】
Orally: decoct 3-9 grams. Externally: apply an appropriate amount of fresh leaves.
【Pharmacological Actions】
The hot water extract of flowers and leaves has inhibitory effects on Mycobacterium tuberculosis (H37) in vitro, while stems and roots have no effect. The juice of the leaves or plant is toxic, and ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and delirium. The toxic component may be in the resin part.
【Related Formula Applications】
1. For excessive menstruation, contusions and injuries: Take 6-9 grams of Xianghua leaves, decoct and take twice a day. (From "Herbal Medicine in Wenshan")
2. For external bleeding and fractures: Apply an appropriate amount of fresh Xianghua leaves to the affected area, change the dressing once every 2-3 days. (From "Herbal Medicine in Wenshan")
