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| Aristolochia manchuriensis | |||
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| Name | |||
| clematis stem | |||
| Biological Name | |||
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Caulis akebia trifoliata, Akebia quinata, Aristolochia manchuriensis Ranunculaceae |
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| Other Names | |||
| clematis stem, akebia, mu tong | |||
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| stem | |||
| Remedies For | |||
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Antibiotic, antitumor, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, diuretic, galactagogue. Drains dampness, clears heat, promotes urination, promotes menstruation and lactation, controls sleep apnea, calms irritability, and treats insomnia. Traditional Chinese herbalists use this herb to treat acute urinary tract infections, edema, and amenorrhea; rheumatic conditions; as well as to calm the mind; and to promote sleep. it has recently been used for tumors of the breast and digestive tract. |
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| Description | |||
| Birthwort is a perennial plant found growing around fences, thickets, field edges, and vineyards. The erect, yellow-green, somewhat sinuous stem grows to a height of 1 to 3 feet from a long, thin rootstock. The dark green leaves are kidney-shaped and short-petioled. The yellowish-green flowers appear in May and June. | |||
| Dosage | |||
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3-9 grams Combinations: Combine 6 grams of akebia, 9 grams of bamboo leaf, and 10 grams of unprepared rehmannia. |
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| Safety | |||
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Clematis should not be used during pregnancy and should be used with caution in patients with yin deficiency |
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