Shi Jisheng is the lichen body of the coral branch plants, Oriental Coral Branch and Naked Coral Branch. It can be collected all year round. After removing impurities, it can be washed and dried for use. It has the effects of cooling blood and calming liver. Let's learn more about Shi Jisheng together.
【Plant Morphology】
Oriental Coral, also known as Finger-shaped Coral Branch. The lichen body is shrub-like, hard, grayish-green, 2-6 cm tall, upright, clustered, with thick main branches and thin branches. The apothecia are terminal or lateral, hemispherical, and brownish or dark brown in color. The branchlets are leaf-like or finger-like.
【Identification】
The lichen body is shrub-like, hard, grayish-green, 2-6 cm long, with thick main branches and thin branches. The surface has granular or bran-like small scales, as well as nodular protrusions. The apothecia are terminal or lateral, hemispherical, and reddish-brown or dark brown in color. The branchlets are leaf-like or finger-like.
【Collection Method】
The lichen body can be collected all year round. After removing impurities, wash and dry for use.
【Medicinal Efficacy】
Shi Jisheng has a bitter and astringent taste, a slightly cold nature, and has the effects of cooling blood and stopping bleeding. It is mainly used for treating hematemesis, epistaxis, and hypertension.
【Formulas and Applications】
1. For hematemesis and epistaxis: Take 3 qian of Shi Jisheng, 5 qian of Taibai tea, and 2 qian each of Wuweizi, Huangbo, Huangqin, Hongshier, and Lujiancao. Decoct in water and take orally.
2. For hypertension: Take 3 qian each of Shi Jisheng, Zhushaqi, Zhugenyelin, and Baimaogen, and 2 qian each of Qiaomaiqi, Taibaihua, and Taibai tea. Decoct in water and take orally.
