Zhang Chun Hua
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Other Names : Catharanthus roseus, 长春花, Herba Catharanthi, All-Grass of Madagascar Periwinkle
See also : Madagascar Periwinkle
Special Precautions of Zhang Chun Hua
- Caution, the toxins may accumulate to cause degeneration of the nerve cells.
- Side effects: alopecia, abdominal pain, nausea, constipation, muscle pain, finger numbness, fever.
- Contraindicated for those with bone marrow deficiency due to chemo- or radiotherapy.
Health Benefits and Uses of Zhang Chun Hua
- Calms the Shen and soothes the nerves : anxiety, nervous tension, chronic stress.
- Clears Heat, resolves toxicity, cools the Blood and subdues hyperactivity of Liver Yang and lowers blood pressure : Malignant tumors, leukemia, lymphosarcoma, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, primary thrombocytopenic purpura, swelling toxin of welling abscesses, sores and scalds
- Clears Damp Heat: malaria, phelgmy coughs, respiratory infections, headaches, anticancer, yellow oozing wounds and skin sores, diarrhea, constipation.
- Regulates Blood: diabetes, lower blood sugar levels, menses, Alzheimer’s disease, improves circulation. Stops Bleeding
- Relieves pain: excessive menstrual flow, wounds, mouth sores.
