Motherwort Herb(Yi mu cao)

It is the aerial parts of Leonurus japonicus Houtt.,family Labiatae.The fresh form is better cut during springtime when the plant is still young,or in early summer before it blossoms.In comparison,the dried one is better to be collected in summer when it flourishes,and before the flowers blossom or have just begun to open.The impurities are removed ,it is cut into segments and the fresh form is used raw,or decocted into paste.

Medicinal Properties:Pungent,bitter and slightly cold.

Meridian Tropism:Liver,pericardium,and bladder meridians.

Medicinal Efficacies:Active blood and dispel stasis;induce diuresis and alleviate edema.

Usage and Dosage: 9~30g.In the fresh form 12~40g.It can be used decocted into a paste or processed into pills.The appropriate amount of the pounded fresh form is utilized for external application.