Pulsatilla, Bái Tóu Wēng, 白头翁, Radix Pulsatillae
Disclaimer For educational purposes only. Do not use as medical advice
Space Space
Space USA: Pulsatilla chinensis USDA Zones: Native: Habitats: Herbal medicine may interact negatively with pharma drugs and other herbs. Examples below: Herbs: Pharma Drugs:
Health Benefits
For: Chronic dysentery • Amoebic dysentery • Dermatitis • Uterine bleeding • Bloody diarrhea • Hemorrhoids • Scrofula • Toothache
Attributes: antiamoebic • analgesic • antibiotic • cardiotonic • sedative
Products (online examples)
Space
Space
Research (sample)
Articles:
Constituents:
Anemonin • Protoanemoni • Ranunculin
Photos (Click to enlarge)
Fun Facts
Other Names:
Plant Family:
Pharmacopeias: Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing
Species
Growth
TBD
TBD
Pulsatilla chinensis is not in the USDA Plant Database. Drill down via USDA Interactive Map:
Properties, Actions, Indications, etc. Category: Clear Heat Resolve Toxins
English: Pulsatilla Pinyin: Bai Tou Weng Pharmaceutical: Radix Pulsatillae
Organs: Large Intestine • Stomach Temperature: Cold
Taste: Bitter Toxicity:
Patterns: Damp heat dysentery • Swollen sores and abscesses
Actions: Clear heat • Resolve toxins • Cool blood heat • Drain damp heat • Reduce abscess
Indications: Abscess • Dampness • Hot dysenteric disorders • Diarrhea with mucus • Bloody Diarrhea
Contraindications: Diarrhea or dysentery from deficiency cold
Typical Dosage: 6g - 15g Guidelines
Parts Used: Root Notable for: Dysentery
Other:
Combine With
Purpose
Formulas with Bai Tou Weng
Alert
Be cautions with all medicine.
Potential Drug Interactions
Information in this post came from many sources, including class notes, practitioners, websites, webinars, books, magazines, and editor's personal experience. While the original source often came from historical Chinese texts, variations may result from the numerous English translations. Always consult a doctor prior to using these drugs. The information here is strictly for educational purposes.
0 Comments