Biotae Orientalis

Pinyin Mandarin Name

Bai Zi Ren

Common English Name

Arbor Vitae Seeds

Part of Plant Used

Seed

Nature

Neutral

Taste

Sweet, acrid

Meridians Entered

Heart, Liver, Spleen, Large Intestine

Common Usages

This herb is used in formulas to treat nervous disorders, elimination difficulties, and night sweats (TCM: deficient Yin).

Traditional Usages and Functions

Nourishes the Heart and calms the Spirit; moistens Intestines.

Common Formulas Used In

Cerebral Tonic Pills; Ginseng and Zizyphus.

Processing Required

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Remarks

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Cautions in Use

Use with caution where there are loose stools, dampness or phlegm imbalances.