Sundance Acupuncture

Herb & Acupuncture Database

(This is my own personal database of teachers, teachings and notes that I use in my practice. I’ve decided to share it freely with anyone who would like to reference it.)

Zhong Yao Cai - 中药材 - Caulis Wisteriae Sinensis

Pharmaceutical Latin: Caulis Wisteriae Sinensis
Common English: Wisteria

Category

Herbs that Relieve Dampness

Properties

Taste Temperature Entering Meridians Dosage
10g

Actions And Indications

Actions Indications/Syndromes

Relieves Dampness

Dampness

Treats cancer

Cancer

Contraindications, Incompatibilities And Herb/Drug Interactions

CONTRAINDICATIONS
INCOMPATIBILITIES
HERB/DRUG INTERACTIONS

Major Combinations

Notes

  1. The seed acts as a diuretic and is used to treat Heart ailments.
  2. According to one report, the stems and flowers also have a place in Chinese medicine, though no further details are given.

For educational reference only; not a substitute for care from a qualified practitioner.