Lianqiao
Forsythia suspensa
History
First appeared in Divine Husbandman's Classic of the Materia Medica, classified as lower class.
Introduction
Fruit of Forsythi suspensa (Thunb.) Vahl., family Oleaceae.
Modern Usage
Lianqiao has antibiotic, anti-inflammatory, anti-pyretic and diuretic properties.
Traditional Usage
Lianqiao is a bitter and cool herb that enters the lung, heart and gallbladder meridians. It clears heat and toxins and promotes urination. It ability to dispel externally contracted wind-heat and feverish symptoms make it a useful treatment for illnesses such as flu and sore throats.
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