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Herb Information
Portulacae oleraceae
Name
Portulaca
Biological Name

Portulacae oleraceae
Portulacaceac
Other Names
Portulaca, Ma chi xian, purslane
Parts Used
Leaves and stems
Remedies For

Anti-inflammatory, demulcent, antibiotic, antiparasitic, nutritive.

Cools the blood. This herb is used internally for damp heat with symptoms of toxic dysentery, boils, sores, vaginal discharges, and urinary tract infections, as well as topically for venomous bites and stings.
Dosage

15-60 grams
Safety

Pregnant women with digestive weakness should limit the use of portulaca because of its cold nature.
 
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