Sha Yuan Zi
Astragalus Seed | 沙苑子
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SKU A4830
Ingredient: Astragalus seed (sha yuan zi) (Astragali complanatus semen).
| Mandarin: 沙苑子 Pin-Yin: Sha Yuan Zi English: Astragalus Seed Korean: 사인 Romaji: Saenshi Kanji: 沙苑子 Kampo: No |
Pharmaceutical Name:
- Astragali complanati Semen
Sources:
- Chinese Herbal Medicine Materia Medica (Bensky et al.)
Properties:
- Sweet, warm
Channels Entered:
- Kidney, liver
Herb Actions:
- Fortifies the yang
- Secures the essence
- Supplements the liver
- Promotes eye health
Contraindications:
- Not recommended for those with patterns of yin deficiency with heat signs
- Not recommended for those with kidneys or bladder that are hot
- Not recommended for those with urinary difficulty
Commonly Found In:
- Lotus Stamen Formula