SONG LO

Names for Song Lo
Pharmaceutical:	Usnea
Botanical:	Usnea longissima Ach., Usnea diffracta Vain. (Usneaceae)
Other names:
Description:	Usnea.

Actions
Clears the Lungs; Eliminates Phlegm; Stops bleeding; Expels toxins; Clears Heat; Disperses Fire; ...

Origin of song lo
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Preparation of song lo
Usnea is shredded for use.;

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