Tao Ren
Persica | 桃仁
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SKU P4130
Ingredient: Peach kernel (tao ren).
| Mandarin: 桃仁 Pin-Yin: Tao Ren English: Persica Korean: 단향 Romaji: Tonin Kanji: 桃仁 Kampo: No |
Pharmaceutical Name:
- Persicae Semen
Sources:
- Chinese Herbal Medicine Materia Medica (Bensky et al.)
Properties:
- Bitter, sweet, neutral
Channels Entered:
- Heart, large intestine, liver, lung
Herb Actions:
- Breaks up blood stasis
- Moistens the intestines and promotes bowel movement
Contraindications:
- Not recommended for those who are pregnant or with blood deficiency
- Use with caution as overuse can cause nonstop bleeding
Commonly Found In:
- Cinnamon & Hoelen Formula, Persica & Achyranthes Combination, Cnidium & Chiang-huo Combination