Has germicide, antipyretic and antiseptic properties. Has been used to treat sore throat and hepatitis. It also clears internal heat. VAR Considered a woman's herb, a tonic is made to balance menstrual and menopausal problems. Also said to stimulate and improve memory of dreams and is often used in dream pillows.
Leaves are toxic.
A great salad green as well as a medicinal herb. Long used by Chinese to stop wounds from bleeding. A graceful shrub that bears large edible berries. The leaves are also edible when fresh and used in salads. A wine is made from the fruit that is said to prolong life.