Parts Used
Steam, Leaves, Seeds, Root Bark
Side Effects, Risk Factors of, and Cautions for Thuja Orientalis
Avoid use during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding.
Excess dose may cause Dizziness, Nausea, Vomiting etc.
Patient should avoid the use if suffering with diseases like Phlegm, Stools Disorder, Stomach deficiency with an appetite to vomit.
Description
Thuja Orientalis is a tree.
It is an evergreen.
It grows in a tropical climate.
It grows up to 15 M.
Best used for Constipation.
In TCM :
Thuja Orientalis Seed : Bai Zhi Ren
Thuja Orientalis Twig : Ce Bai Ye
Meridians associated : Lung , Liver and Large Intestine.
Thuja Orientalis General
Thuja Orientalis is a very beneficial herb. It is popularly used in Chinese herbalism.
The leaves of the plant are Antibacterial, Antipyretic, Astringent, Diuretic, Emollint, Emmenagogue, Antitussive, Febrifuge, Expectorant, Refrigerant, Haemostatic and Stomachic in nature.
It improves Hair growth. It is used internally in the treatment of Cough, Haemorrhages, Bronchitis, Excessive Masturbation, Asthma, Skin infections, Bronchitis, Skin infection, Mumps, Premature Ejaculation, Bacterial Dysentery and Arthritic Pain. The leaves can also be used fresh or dried.
Th seed of the herb is Aperient, Laxative and Sedaive in nature. It is used internally in the treatment of Palpitations, Insomnia, Nervous Disorders and Constipation In elderly.
The stem of the plant is used in the treatment of Cough, Cold, Dysentery, Parasitic Skin Diseases and Rheumatism.
The root bark is used in the treatment of Burns and Scalds.