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Pinyin: da huang

ENGLISH NAME: Chinese rhubarb

LATIN NAME: Rhei Radix Et Rhizoma

Pinyin: da huang

Properties: bitter, cold
Channels Entered: Spleen, Stomach, Large intestine, Liver, Heart

CHINESE THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS
1. Attacks Accumulations by Purging Downwards

2. Purges Fire

3. Clears Heat and Eliminates Toxins

4. Activates Blood Circulation and Removes Blood Stasis

5. Clears Damp-Heat and Promotes Diuresis

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