Bencao Index https://bencaoindex.com/ https://bencaoindex.com/herbs/li-lu/ Free to use and republish with visible attribution and a link back to the source page. The catalogue is a reference work and is knowingly incomplete; nothing in it is medical advice. <a href="https://bencaoindex.com/herbs/li-lu/">Bencao Index</a> lí lú 藜芦 Radix et Rhizoma Veratri Nigri veratrum root and rhizome Relieve Coughing & Wheezing

Induces vomiting to expel Phlegm-turbidity

Stubborn Phlegm conditions, such as Wind-stroke with abundant Phlegm and drooling

Expels Phlegm obstructing the orifices

Epilepsy and mania attributed to Phlegm blocking the orifices of the Heart

Kills parasites and stops itching (external use only)

Scabies Tinea of the scalp or skin Lice