Ye Ju Hua (Wild Chrysanthemum Flower)
Latin Name: Flos Chrysanthemi Indici
Properties: bitter, acrid, slightly cold
Actions: clears toxic heat and fire, lowers blood pressure
Medical Indications: sores, eczema, pruritus, scrofula, furuncles, sore and swollen throat, red eyes due to wind fire
Contraindications: not to be used during pregnancy, not to be used in patients with weak digestion
Dosage: 6 to 12 grams