This product is the seed of Celosia argentea (Celosia argentea L.), an annual herbaceous plant that grows in plains or hillsides; it is cultivated and found almost nationwide. The plant or its fruit spikes are harvested when the fruits mature in autumn, then dried, and the seeds are collected.

bubble_chart Properties and Meridians

Slightly cold, bitter. Act on liver meridian.

bubble_chart Efficacy

Clears liver heat, improves vision, and dissipates nebula.

bubble_chart Indications

For liver heat red eyes, nebula membrane in the eyes, blurred vision, and liver fire vertigo.

bubble_chart Usage and Dosage

For internal use, decoct 9-15g in water.

bubble_chart Cautions and Contraindications

This product has the effect of dilating the pupils, therefore it is contraindicated for patients with eye diseases characterized by dilated pupils.

bubble_chart Modern Pharmacology

Contains fatty oil, starch, nicotinic acid, and potassium nitrate.