Elecampane-of-China (Xuan Fu Hua)
Inula japonica
A yellow flower used to direct rebellious qi downward for cough, phlegm, hiccup, and belching.
Traditional use (tcm, european-folk): A yellow flower used to direct rebellious qi downward for cough, phlegm, hiccup, and belching.
A yellow flower used to direct rebellious qi downward for cough, phlegm, hiccup, and belching.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A yellow flower used to direct rebellious qi downward for cough, phlegm, hiccup, and belching.
Evidence strength: traditional use.
- See the evidence level above
- Strain well — fine hairs can irritate the throat.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Strain well — fine hairs can irritate the throat.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
Choose reputable, tested suppliers; correct identification is essential for wild-harvested plants.