Di Fu Zi (Broom Cyprus Fruit)

Chinese Name: 
Di Fu Zi
English Name: 
Broom Cyprus Fruit
Functions and Usage: 
  • Clears damp heat, promotes urination - lin syndrome due to damp heat in the bladder.
  • Expels dampness, stops itching - damp skin disorders, eczema, scabies, damp-heat in the external genitals.
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Dosage and Preparation Notes: 
  • Dosage: 6-15g
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Notes: 

There are no additional notes for this herb.

TCM Herbal Sources and More Information

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  • Jin, Yan Ping: New England School of Acupuncture, CHM Pharmacopoeia I and II, Formulas I and II Lecture Notes

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