Neutral, Cold - Bensky says it this way but should we say slightly cold?
Action / Indication
Clears heat and resolves fire toxicity => frequently used in the treatment of cough due to Lung heat, swollen and painful throat, fevers, sores, and ulcers.
Clears and drains damp-heat => for damp heat jaundice, and ascites caused by cirrhosis of the liver. Also for damp-heat affecting the Bladder.