–> Centipeda, E Bu Shi Cao 鹅不食草 SneezewortE Bu Shi Cao (TCM)Nakchikni (Unani)Kshavaka, Chikini, Chikkika (Ayurveda) Centipeda minimaKirtikar, K.R., Basu, B.D., Indian medicinal plants, Plates (1918) Centipeda minima Centipeda minima closeup (Photo by Mark Marathon) (Wikimedia) (Photo by Dalgial) (Wikimedia) Botanical name: Centipeda minima (syn. C. elatinoides, C. orbicularis) Parts used: Herb (TCM); Seed has been used in Ayurveda Temperature & Taste: Warm, dry. Pungent Classification: A. Clear Exterior Wind-Cold Uses: 1. Clears Wind-Cold, Opens Nasal Passage: (TCM, Ayurveda, Unani, Nepal)-acute blockage of nasal passages-acute Sinusitis, Rhinitis, Allergic Rhinitis (significant anti-allergy effect)-Naso-pharyngeal Tumors (Ayurveda)-Colds and Influenza (with nasal obstruction)-acute Cough with expectoration-in Nepal, the juice is inhaled into the nose and taken internally for Cough, Cold and Sinusitis.2. Resists Poison, Disperses Swelling:-topically applied to Trauma, acute Swellings with pain-Toothache-Toxic Swellings-Malaria (Barefoot Doctors Manual)-also for Cataracts3. Clears Wind-Damp, Bneefits the Joints:-Wind-Damp obstructing the joints-Joint pain following Trauma Dose: Decoction: 6–9 grams (9–15 grams fresh)Seed in Powder: 1–3 gramsIn Nepal, 2–4 teaspoonfuls are reportedly taken for Cold and Coughs.Fresh herb can be crushed and put up the nose, or applied topically. Correctives: As it can irritate the Stomach, herbs to correct this are often combined:1. Licorice2. Blettila Bai Ji3. Fritillaria Bei Mu4.…

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