苦木 (Picrasma quassioides)
编号: RM_108 | 英文名: Bitterwood
Overview Card
| Item | Content |
|---|---|
| Family | Picrasma |
| Medicinal Part | Wood |
| Flavor and Channel | Bitter, Cold; enters the Liver, Stomach, and Large Intestine Channels |
| Core Effects | Clear Heat and Detoxify, Dry Dampness and Kill Worms |
| Associated Essential Oil | Bitterwood Essential Oil |
Basic Information
Origin: Shaanxi, Gansu, Sichuan, China
Core Effects:
- Clear Heat and Detoxify - for boils, sore throat, and swelling
- Dry Dampness and Kill Worms
Classic Formula References
Note: There are no classic formulas recorded for this herb.
Clinical Applications
Indications:
- Clear Heat and Detoxify (for boils, sore throat, and swelling)
- Dry Dampness and Kill Worms
Modern Uses: Aromatherapy, essential oil care, daily health maintenance
Usage: Decoction, 3-10g/day; essential oil for external use should be diluted (0.5-2%)
Essential Oil Application: See Bitterwood Essential Oil entry
Effect Tags
- Clear Heat and Detoxify
- Clear Heat and Drain Dampness
- Kill Worms
Applicable Adjustment Directions
Adjustment directions associated with the health issues/treatment directions noted in the library for related essential oils (for reference and search, not a diagnostic conclusion):
- Boils and Swelling
- Itching of the Skin
Safety Warnings
Contraindications: Pregnant women, lactating mothers, and infants should use with caution.
Important Tips: ⚠️ When using essential oils, they must be used strictly according to the dilution ratio, avoid direct contact with the skin, and a skin test should be performed 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