Category
Tonify the Blood
Pin Yin
Latin Name
Longan Arillus
English Name
Dosage
9-15g
Entering Channels
SPHT
Flavor
sweet
Temperature
warm
Pregnancy
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Chinese Herbal Formulas (Comprehensive List)
Individual Essential Oils
Kampo Name
Kampo Number
Kanji
Katakana
Simplified Chinese
Traditional Chinese
Key Characteristics:
Cautions & Contraindications:
- Contraindicated in those with fire from constraint, phlegm with qi stagnation, or obstruction due to dampness.
Actions & Indications:
- Tonifies and augments the Heart and Spleen, nourishes the blood, and calms the spirit: for insomnia, heart palpitations, forgetfulness, or dizziness due to Heart and Spleen deficiency. Commonly used for problems associated with excessive pensiveness or overwork. Can be taken alone as a tea.
