Product Overview
Name
Xiao Ye Shu Li (Rhamni Parvifoliae Fructus)
Sources
The drug is the dried ripe fruit of Rhamnus parvifolia Bge. (Family Rhamnacese) , growing on sunny mountain slopes, on grass lands, or in scrubs, and distributed in Heilongjiang, Liaoning, Jilin and Hebei of China.
Property
Bitter, cool, slightly toxic.
Actions
Clear heat and induce diarrhea, remove toxicity and eliminate scrofula.
Indications
Abdominal distention and constipation, externally for scabies, tinea and scrofulas.
Dosage and Administrations
Decoct 1.5~3 g. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying.
