Condition
Treatment Support
checks excess secretions
Application
tincture, tea
Magnolia
(Magnolia denudata)
Also know as Xin Yi Hua
Botanical Information
The fuzzy and aromatic buds of several native Chinese magnolias are collected for Xin Yi Hua.
Working with Magnolia
Part(s) Used
Flowers
Herb Forms
Tincture, bulk herb.
Magnolia buds are a commonly-used Chinese herb for opening the nasal passages, helping to relieve nasal obstruction, congestion, and headaches.
The unopened flower buds of a number of species of magnolia trees, such as Magnolia liliflora and M. denudata, are used.
Magnolia buds are useful because of their effectiveness in reducing mucus discharge from the nose and opening the sinuses. The buds do not contain stimulant alkaloids like ma huang (Ephedra sinensis) and thus do not interfere with sleep or make one nervous.
Cautions
Contraindicated in cases of adrenal weakness, because of its drying nature.
Conditions treated with Magnolia
Condition
Treatment Support
Application
Condition
Treatment Support
sinus decongestant
Application
tincture, tea
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