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Herb Documents

Properties & Channels

Drug Interactions

Incompatible Herbs

Toxic or Endangered

Latin Name Notes

Yu Li Ren (Bush Cherry Pit)

Herb 2 of 2 in Moist Laxatives

Channels:
LI, SI, SP

Properties:
Spicy, Bitter, Sweet, Neutral

Latin Name:
Semen Pruni

Yu Li Ren means "Constrained Plum Pit"

Actions

Stimulates the Intestines
For constipation from Qi Stagnation in the intestines.
Promotes Urination
Used in treating edema, leg Qi, or difficulty with urination.

Contraindications and Cautions

Contraindicated during pregnancy, Yin Deficiency, or depletion of fluids.

Herb-Drug Interactions

This section is being researched, and is not completed.

Toxicity and Overdose

This section is being researched, and is not completed.

Dosage

3-9 grams. Crush before use.
Part used: seed.

References

Herbs

13. Chinese Herbal Medicine: Materia Medica (Revised Edition)
- Dan Bensky

25. Lancet 2000 January 8;355(9198):134-138 (Article)
- Fugh-Berman A.

17. Handbook of Chinese Herbs (Second Edition)
- Him Che. Yeung

12. Chinese Medical Herbology and Pharmacology (First Edition)
- John K. Chen, Tina T. Chen

26. Herbal Drugs and Phytopharmaceuticals (Third Edition)
- Max Wichtl

Formulas

15. Chinese Herbal Medicine: Formulas and Strategies (First Edition)
- Dan Bensky

18. Handbook of Chinese Herbal Formulas (First Edition)
- Him Che. Yeung

16. The Traditional Chinese Medicine Formula Study Guide (First Edition)
- 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Some of the substances included on this website are no longer used, and are included for historical reference only.