Plagiogyria euphlebia (Kunze) Mett.
Aliases：Dà Liú Zú Jué (literally "Large Plagiogyria" — referring to its relatively larger size), Quán Yè Liú Zú Jué (literally "Whole‑leaved Plagiogyria" — referring to its entire, undivided leaves), Táo Yè Liú Zú Jué (literally "Peach‑leaved Plagiogyria" — referring to its leaves resembling those of the peach tree), Wǔ Yí Liú Zú Jué (literally "Wuyi Plagiogyria" — named for its distribution in the Wuyi Mountains), and Xī Nán Liú Zú Jué (literally "Southwest Plagiogyria" — referring to its distribution in southwestern China). These are all alternative names for 华中瘤足蕨 (Huá Zhōng Liú Zú Jué)， i.e., the rhizome or whole herb of Plagiogyria euphlebia (Kunze) Mett.
Huá Zhōng Liú Zú Jué is a traditional Chinese medicinal material. It is the rhizome or whole herb of Plagiogyria euphlebia (Kunze) Mett., a plant belonging to the family Plagiogyriaceae. It grows in mountain forests at altitudes of 500–1,200 meters. It was first recorded in Zhonghua Bencao (Chinese Materia Medica).
Efficacy & Actions
Dispels wind, clears heat, and removes toxicity.
Indications
Influenza.
Usage & Dosage
For oral administration: decoct in water, 9–15 g. For topical application: take an appropriate amount of the fresh herb, mash it, and apply externally.
Medicinal Parts
Rhizome or whole herb.
Selection & Storage
Store in a cool, dry place, protected from moisture and insects.
