Chinese Herbs: Zi Zhu (Callicarpa Leaf), Folium Callicarpae

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Channels:

LIV, LU, SP

Properties:

Bitter, Neutral

Latin:

Folium Callicarpae

Chinese:

紫珠

Tone Marks:

zĭ zhū

Translation:

Purple Pearl

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Contraindications and Cautions

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Herbs References

Chinese Herbal Medicine: Materia Medica, Third Edition - Dan Bensky
Herb-drug interactions - Fugh-Berman A.
Handbook of Chinese Herbs - Him Che. Yeung
Chinese Medical Herbology & Pharmacology - John K. Chen, Tina T. Chen
Herbal Drugs and Phytopharmaceuticals, Third Edition - Max Wichtl

Formulas References

Chinese Herbal Medicine: Formulas and Strategies - Dan Bensky
Handbook of Chinese Herbal Formulas - Him Che. Yeung
The Traditional Chinese Medicine Formula - Qiao Yi

Only use Chinese herbs or formulas under the direct care and supervision of a licensed Acupuncturist/Herbalist. Some of the substances included on this website are no longer used, and are included for historical reference only.