Tamarix chinensis, Xi He Liu 西河柳 Chinese TamariskXi He Liu, Cheng Liu (TCM) Tamarix chinensisPallas, Flora rossica seu stirpium imperii rossici (1784-1815) Botanical name: Tamarix chinensis (syn. T. pentandra)Also used are T. juniperina, T. ramosissimaSee also the related Western Tamarisk, T. gallica. Parts used: Stem and Leaf Temperature & Taste: Neutral/Slightly Warm, dry. Pungent, Sweet Classifications: A. Clear the Exterior Uses: 1. Clears Wind, Resists Poison, Promotes Rashes:-incomplete expression of Measles and Chickenpox rash (specific)-Itching skin and Rashes from Wind; Urticaria, Pruritus-Common Cold; Influenza (Barefoot Doctors Manual)-also for Chronic Bronchitis, Rheumatic Arthritis and Alcohol intoxication Dose: Decoction: 3–9 gramsCan be used topically as a wash. Comment: It is probable that the Western Tamarisk (T. gallica) and the Chinese Tamarisk (T. chinensis) may be synonymous in effect. However, due to their different uses in East and West, we have separated them into different entries. Main Combinations: 1. Promote expression of Measles rash:i. Tamarix chinensis with Mint (Bo He), Cimicifuga Sheng Ma, Cicada Slough (Chan Tui)ii. with High Fever, no sweating, dry skin )Wind-Cold obstructing the exterior with internal Heat-Toxin), Tamarix chinensis with Cimicifuga Sheng Ma, Schizonepeta Jing Jie, Pueraria Ge Gen, Platycodon Jie Geng2. Wind Rashes:i. Tamarix chinensis with Burdock seed…

You must be logged in to view this content, please login. If you're not a member then Click this link to subscribe