Bai+Ji+(Bletilla)

[[image:Bai_Ji_.jpg width="147" height="380" align="right"]]Bai Ji (Bletilla)
Category: Herbs that Stop Bleeding (by Astringing) Nature : Slightly Cold Flavors: Bitter, Sweet, Astringent Channels: LU, LR, ST

Functions: Stop Bleeding by astringing; relieve swelling & **promote tissue** Indications: 1. **hemoptysis, hematuria**,& bleeding due to trauma **[Coughing up Blood]** 2. Carbuncle due to heat & toxin, **burn or cracks of the hands or feet**

Dosage: 3-10g.

Contra: **condraindicated w/ Aconite (Wu Tou)**