Houttuyniae Herba (Yu Xing Cao)

Alias:
Houttuynia, Fishy Smell Herb, Stinky Herb, Nine-Layer Tower, Ground Mustard

Properties:
Pungent, Cold

Pharmacological Effects:

• Houttuynia has the effects of clearing heat, detoxifying, promoting urination, reducing swelling, cooling the blood, and stopping bleeding.
• It has a significant heat-clearing and detoxifying effect, commonly used for treating conditions caused by heat-toxicity, such as abscesses, sore throat, acne, eczema, and more.
• Houttuynia has antibacterial and antiviral properties, making it effective against bacterial and viral infections, especially respiratory infections like colds, cough, and bronchitis.
• Houttuynia benefits the respiratory system, helping to clear the lungs and transform phlegm, thus relieving symptoms like cough and phlegm.
• It also has anti-allergic effects and can be used to treat allergic conditions such as allergic rhinitis and allergic skin diseases.
• Houttuynia has significant effects in promoting blood circulation, reducing edema, and detoxifying the body.
• It helps regulate the immune system, enhancing the body’s natural immunity and improving disease resistance.
• Modern research indicates that Houttuynia has certain anti-tumor effects, inhibiting the growth of tumor cells.