Biotae Orientalis
Pinyin Mandarin Name
Bai Zi Ren
Common English Name
Arbor Vitae Seeds
Part of Plant Used
Seed
Nature
Neutral
Taste
Sweet, acrid
Meridians Entered
Heart, Liver, Spleen, Large Intestine
Common Usages
This herb is used in formulas to treat nervous disorders, elimination difficulties, and night sweats (TCM: deficient Yin).
Traditional Usages and Functions
Nourishes the Heart and calms the Spirit; moistens Intestines.
Common Formulas Used In
Cerebral Tonic Pills; Ginseng and Zizyphus.
Processing Required
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Remarks
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Cautions in Use
Use with caution where there are loose stools, dampness or phlegm imbalances.
