Lian Qiao

Forsythiae Suspensae Fructus

Properties: BITTER, PUNGENT - COOL
Dosage: 6-15g.
Meridian: HEART, LIVER, GALLBLADDER

-clear heat and toxins
-dissipates nodules, carbuncles and hot sores
-expel wind heat – fever, chills, sore throat, headache

Reference
Benskey & Gamble 1986, Chinese Herbal Medicine Materia Medica, Seattle Washington, Eastland Press