Chuan Lian Zi (Sichuan Pagoda Tree Fruit)

Chinese Name: 
Chuan Lian Zi
English Name: 
Sichuan Pagoda Tree Fruit
Functions and Usage: 
  • Promotes the movement of Qi and stops pain - flank, rib, abdominal pain due to liver qi stagnation or liver-stomach disharmony; hernial disorders, good w/heat signs.
  • Clears heat, dries dampness, regulates qi, alleviates pain due to damp-heat stagnant qi - same symptoms as above.
  • Kills parasites and stops pain - roundworms and tape worms (primarily for pain).
  • Compare with Xia Ku Cao, Long Dan Cao, Zhi Zi for clearing liver heat function.
Functional Groupings (Click for Summary/Study Notes): 
Dosage and Preparation Notes: 
  • Dosage: 3-9g
Channels Influenced: 
Temperature and Taste Properties: 
Contraindications: 
There are currently no contraindications listed.
Notes: 

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