Xuan Fu Hua

Herbs that transform cold phlegm

 

 

Channels: LIV, LU, ST, SP

Properties: Bitter, Spicy, Slightly Warm

English Translation: Upturned Flower

Common: Inula Flower

Latin: Flos Inulae

Actions:

  • Expel phlegm
  • Redirect Qi downward and arrest vomiting

1.     phlegm in Lung cause wheeze or asthma with phlegm, or copious sputum, chest congestion and oppressive sensation; e.g. with Zhi Ban Xia, Jie Geng, Bai Qian

2.     Rebellion of Qi cause vomiting; e.g. Zhi Ban Xia, Sheng Jiang

Dosage:

  • 3-12g