Wei Ling Xian

Also Known As:

Upright Virgin's Bower, Clematis recta.
Family: Ranunculaceae.

Wei Ling Xian     Properties: PUNGENT, SALTY - WARM Dosage: 6 – 12g.   (FISH BONE 15 – 30g.)

Clematis                                 Meridian: BLADDER

Root         -dispel wind-damp and unblocks channels, relieves pain

-fish bone lodged in throat

Also Used For:

Orally, clematis is used for treatment of rheumatic pains, headaches, and varicose veins.
Traditionally, clematis is used orally to treat syphilis, gout, rheumatism, bone disorders, chronic skin conditions, and as a diuretic.
Folk medicine, clematis is used topically for blisters and as a poultice to treat purulent wounds and ulcers.

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