地肤子 (Kochia scoparia)
编号: RM_104 | 英文名: Belvedere Fruit
Overview Card
| Item | Content |
|---|---|
| Family | Chenopodiaceae |
| Medicinal Part | Fruit |
| Flavor and Channel | Bitter, Cold; enters the Urinary Bladder Channel |
| Core Effects | Clear Heat and Drain Dampness, Dispel Wind and Stop Itching |
| Associated Essential Oils | Kochia scoparia Essential Oil |
Basic Information
Origin: Throughout China
Core Effects:
- Clear Heat and Drain Dampness - for damp-heat syndromes, difficulty in urination
- Dispel Wind and Stop Itching
Classic Formula References
Note: This herb has no recorded classic formulas.
Clinical Applications
Indications:
- Clear Heat and Drain Dampness (for damp-heat syndromes, difficulty in urination)
- Dispel Wind and Stop Itching
Modern Uses: Aromatherapy, essential oil care, daily health care
Usage: Decoction, 3-10g/day; essential oil use requires dilution (0.5-2%)
Essential Oil Application: See Kochia scoparia Essential Oil entry
Effect Tags
- Clear Heat and Drain Dampness
- Dry Dampness and Stop Itching
- Stop Itching
- Diuretic
Applicable Adjustment Directions
Adjustment directions associated with the health issues/treatment directions (for reference, not a diagnostic conclusion) marked in the database for related essential oils:
- Skin Itching
- Edema
Safety Warnings
Contraindications: Use with caution by pregnant women, lactating mothers, and infants.
Important Tips: ⚠️ When using essential oils, strictly follow the dilution ratio and avoid direct contact with the skin. Perform a skin test before use.
Compilation Notes: This entry is compiled based on the Chinese Pharmacopoeia, classic medical texts, and modern research, and is for professional reference only, not medical advice.
Last Updated: 2026-04-23 | Version: v4.2