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PHELLODENDRON AMURENSE

Huang Bai, Huang Bo AMUR CORK TREE BARK, CYPRUS ROTONDIS, "YELLOW FIR"

This herb is one that clears Heat: this includes febrile conditions and any illnesses with Heat signs. It is one of the “Three Yellows,” which are often used together for severe infections.

HOW TO USE

Huang Bai is particularly good for Damp Heat symptoms in the bottom third of the body, such as yellow, smelly vaginal discharge, foul-smelling diarrhea, or dysentery. It is also used for red, swollen, and painful legs, and Damp Heat jaundice. It can be used for menopausal symptoms of hot sweats, or for afternoon fevers at the end of a long illness or when withdrawing from illicit drugs. It is good for leg ulcers which require antibiotics. It is a weaker (and cheaper) version of Huang Lian in its antimicrobial effects.

PROPERTIES Acrid, Warm

CHANNELS Lung, Spleen, Stomach

FUNCTIONS AND USES

 Drains Damp Heat, particularly in the Lower Burner: use Huang Bai for Damp Heat leukorrhea (vaginal discharge).

 Detoxifies Fire Poison, i.e. toxic sores with pus in them.

CAUTION

 Contraindicated in cases of Spleen Deficiency, with or without diarrhea (Spleen Deficiency must be diagnosed by a qualified TCM practitioner).