Platycladi Cacumen (Ce Bai Ye)

Alias: Platycladi Cacumen, Ce Bai Ye, Arborvitae Leaf

Taste: Bitter, Cold

Pharmacological Effects:

The main components of Ce Bai Ye (Platycladi Cacumen) have significant heat-clearing, detoxifying, hemostatic, phlegm-resolving, and swelling-reducing properties. It is commonly used to treat bleeding symptoms caused by heat-toxicity, especially for conditions like hemoptysis (coughing up blood) and pulmonary bleeding. Ce Bai Ye works by clearing heat and cooling the blood, effectively stopping bleeding and alleviating coughs caused by heat toxins.

In addition, Ce Bai Ye has phlegm-resolving and cough-relieving effects, making it useful for treating cough, asthma, and other respiratory conditions caused by phlegm-heat or phlegm-fire. Its cold nature helps to clear excess internal heat, reduce inflammation, and alleviate symptoms like chest tightness and difficulty expectorating phlegm.

Modern research shows that Ce Bai Ye has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant effects. It helps eliminate dampness and toxins from the body, enhancing immune function and preventing infections. Furthermore, Ce Bai Ye is believed to have a blood pressure-lowering effect and to improve microcirculation, benefiting cardiovascular health.