Mi Shuihua

Shrubs of Camelliaceae, 1-3 meters high; shoots 2-angled, yellow-green or yellow-brown, branchlets slightly 2-angled, gray-brown or light brown.

Medicinal value

Alias shrimp spicy eye[5]? , rice cracker, dwarf tea, Gangcha[4]?

Source Eurya chinensis R. Brown, Camelliaceae, is a plant of the genus Eurya, which is used as medicine by the root and the whole plant. It can be harvested throughout the year and dried in the sun. [5]?

The properties are sweet, light, slightly astringent and cool. [5]?

Functions and IndicationsClearing heat and removing toxins, removing dampness and astringing sores. Used for the prevention of influenza; external treatment of burns, pustular sores. [5]? Snake and insect bites; traumatic bleeding. [4]?

Selected formula for treating pustular sores: five qian of rice crushed flowers, three qian of honeysuckle vine. Simmering water to take and external wash. [5]?

Use and dosage 0.5 to 1 tael. External use appropriate amount of decoction of water to wash or powdered sesame oil to apply to the affected area. [5]? Internal use: decoction, 15-30g; external use: appropriate amount, decoction water wash; powdered dressing; or fresh pounded dressing. [4]?