Xia Ku Cao

Selfheal Spike, Prunella
Xia Ku Cao
Pharmaceutical name: Spica Prunellae Vulgaris
Properties: bitter, acrid, cold
Channels entered: LV, GB
Actions & Clinical Applications:
1. Clears Liver-fire and brightens the eyes
2. Eliminates Phlegm-fire, and resolves the hard clumps
3. Lowers blood pressure: Hypertension due to ascendant Liver-Yang
Dosage & Administration: 9- 15g, up to 30g