The Potent Power of Tianpengcao: A Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine with Multiple Benefits

January 12, 2024

We know that there are many Chinese herbal medicines, and our country is paying more and more attention to them. Tianpengcao is the whole herb of the Caryophyllaceae plant Paronychia argentea, which is distributed in Northeast China, East China, Central China, Gansu, Qinghai and other places. It has the effects of dispelling wind and dampness, promoting blood circulation and reducing swelling, detoxification and stopping bleeding.

Picture of Tianpengcao

【Efficacy of Tianpengcao】

Alias: Xuelihua, Hancao, Jinxian Diaohulu, Xueli Kaohua, Xiaohongniang, Manshuicao, Wenji Cao, Ege Chang, Lanyi Shen, Masicai, Huanggua Cao.

Internal use: Decoction, 30-60g.

External use: Appropriate amount, pounded and applied; or powdered and applied.

Processing: Harvest in spring to early autumn, wash clean, use fresh or dry.

Efficacy: Dispels wind and dampness, promotes blood circulation and reduces swelling, detoxification and stops bleeding.

Indications: Used for colds, diarrhea, dysentery, rheumatism, fractures, boils and abscesses, hemorrhoids, snake bites, vomiting blood, nosebleeds, and external bleeding.

【Usage of Tianpengcao】

1. For colds: Paronychia argentea 60g, brown sugar 15g. Decoction, take twice a day, cover with a blanket to sweat slightly after taking the medicine.

2. For children's diarrhea: Tianpengcao 30g, Portulaca oleracea 60g. Decoction and take.

3. For cold dysentery: Paronychia argentea 60g. Decoction, take twice a day.

4. For bruises and injuries: Paronychia argentea 30g, rice wine 60-120g. Boil with water and take.

5. For snake bites: Paronychia argentea 30-60g. Decoction and take. Take another handful, wash and mash, and apply to the wound.

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