Description
Chinese Name: Bai He Hua And Bai
He Pian
Medical Name: Lily Flower And Bulbs Lily
Latin Name: Liliium brownii
Origin: Rhizome
Taste: Sweet, slightly bitter
Quotes from Chinese
historical sources:
THE HERBAL CLASSIC OF SHEN NONG:
"Treats abdominal distension caused by pathogenic factors,
cardiac pain, laxative and diuretic, nourishes the internal
organs and benefits vitality."
RI HUA ZI MATERIAL MEDICAL: "Calms the
mind, boosts the courage, promotes even temperament, and
maintains the five internal organs."
SUPPLEMENT TO THE COMPENDIUM OF MATERIAL
MEDICAL: "Clears phlegm due to toxic heat, and nourishes
the vitality when it has become weak and damaged."
Preparation
Rinse tea
cup and teapot with hot water. Use about 2 teaspoons for every 500ml
of water. Infuse in hot water at 90℃ to 95℃ for 2
to 4 minutes for the first and second brewing. Gradually increase
steeping time and temperature for subsequent brewing.