Rehmannia root, raw rehmannia, Chinese
foxglove, Sheng di huang
Parts
Used
Root
Remedies
For
Antibacterial, antifungal, cardiotonic, diuretic.
Raw rehmannia is used in cases of heat caused by lack of
fluids (yin deficiency) in the body. It is used when there
are heat signs with thirst. It is also recommended when there
is bleeding in the stomach or uterus. Rehmannia is also effective
when there is heart fire rising with sores in the mouth or
on the tongue, irritability, insomnia, and/or chronic low-grade
fever.
Description
No information.
Dosage
9-30 grams.
Safety
Rehmannia root should not be used for spleen weakness with
symptoms of diarrhea, lack of appetite, or excess phlegm.
it should also be avoided by pregnant women.
