Spreading Hedvotis Herb Extract
- Latin Name: Hedyotis diffusaWilld
- Specification: Oleanolic Acid 2.5% by HPLC
Functions:
Hedyotis Diffusa, commonly known as White Flower Snake Tongue Grass, is renowned in traditional Chinese medicine for its heat-clearing and detoxifying properties. The extract is used to treat various conditions associated with inflammation, infection, and heat in the body. The main functions include:
- Clearing Heat and Detoxifying: It is primarily used for its ability to clear heat, expel toxins, and reduce inflammation.
- Promoting Diuresis: The extract also has diuretic properties, helping to remove excess fluids from the body and improve urination.
Common Uses:
- Lung Heat and Coughing: It is effective for treating conditions like coughing caused by heat in the lungs.
- Sore Throat and Swelling: The extract is used to alleviate throat swelling and pain.
- Intestinal Abscesses (e.g., Appendicitis): It has been used for intestinal abscesses, including conditions like appendicitis.
- Abscesses, Boils, and Skin Infections: Hedyotis Diffusa is helpful for treating boils, abscesses, and other skin infections.
- Snake Bites: It is commonly applied topically or used in treatments for venomous snake bites.
- Dysuria and Urinary Issues: It can help treat urinary discomfort or pain due to heat or infection.
- Dysentery, Enteritis, and Gastrointestinal Disorders: It aids in treating conditions like dysentery and enteritis.
- Jaundice: The extract is also used for treating jaundice due to damp-heat.
Hedyotis Diffusa is typically used in both internal and external applications, particularly for conditions involving heat, infection, and inflammation. It is beneficial for both acute and chronic inflammatory conditions and has found utility in herbal treatments for various cancers and tumors, especially those linked with heat and toxicity in the body.