Synedrella nodiflora

Synedrella nodiflora

Taste and Properties: Slightly pungent, slightly bitter, and cooling in nature.

Meridian Affinity: Traditionally enters the Heart and Liver meridians.

Medicinal Part: The entire herb of Synedrella nodiflora (L.) Gaertn., a plant belonging to the Asteraceae (Daisy) family.

How to Use Synedrella nodiflora

Internal Administration: Typically prepared as a decoction, with a dosage of 15-30g.

External Application: An appropriate amount can be pounded into a paste and applied topically as a poultice; alternatively, it can be brewed into a wash for external application.

Preparation: Harvested during spring and summer, the herb can be used fresh or cut into segments and sun-dried for later use.

Key Actions and Indications of Synedrella nodiflora

Key Actions: Clears heat and promotes the eruption of rashes, detoxifies and reduces swelling. PMID: 25774020

Indications: Traditionally employed for conditions such as common cold with fever, various skin rashes (exanthematous rashes), carbuncles, sores, and toxic swellings. PMID: 35050308

Important Safety Note: While Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) herbs have been used for centuries, it's crucial to consult a qualified TCM practitioner or healthcare provider before incorporating any new herbal remedy, including Synedrella nodiflora, into your regimen. They can provide personalized advice on dosage, potential interactions, and suitability for your specific health condition.

Traditional Combinations for Synedrella nodiflora

For carbuncles and furuncles: Fresh leaves of Synedrella nodiflora are combined with a pinch of salt, pounded into a paste, and then applied externally. (As recorded in "Selected Herbs of Guangxi") PMID: 33924344

Traditional Commentary on Synedrella nodiflora

From "Selected Herbs of Guangxi": "It has a slightly pungent taste and is cooling in nature."

Also from "Selected Herbs of Guangxi": "It clears heat and detoxifies, dispels stagnation and reduces swelling. Its primary indications include common cold with fever, carbuncles, sores, and furuncles."

Quick Self-Check & Self-Care Tips:

3-Second Self-Test:

• If you're experiencing a sudden onset of fever along with a general feeling of heat and perhaps an early-stage rash...
• If you notice a localized, red, swollen area on your skin that feels tender and warm, potentially indicating a boil or sore...

30-Second Self-Rescue (Immediate Action):

• Then, consider if traditional cooling herbs like Synedrella nodiflora might be relevant for your symptoms. While waiting to consult a professional, ensure you stay hydrated and keep the affected area clean.
• Immediately seek professional advice. For external discomfort, gently apply a cool compress to help soothe the area while preparing to consult a qualified TCM practitioner or doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Disclaimer: For informational purposes only. Please consult a qualified practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) before use.

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