Cang Er Zi (Cocklebur Fruit, Xanthium) - Chinese Herbal Medicine

Chinese Name: Cang Er Zi
English Name: Cocklebur Fruit, Xanthium

Clinical Usage and Indications

  • Expels wind and damp - bi syndromes, skin disorders with itching.
  • Nasal passage obstruction - thick nasal discharge, sinus headache; often combined with Xin Yi Hua and Bai Zhi.

Functional Groups (Click for Summary/Study Notes)

Dosage and Preparation Notes

  • Dosage: 3-9g

Channels/Meridians Influenced

Associated Temperature and Taste

Cautions and Contraindications

There are currently no contraindications listed.

Staff Clinician Notes

There are no additional notes for this herb.

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