Single Herbs
Formula
Single Herbs
| Category | Li Qi Yao 理氣藥 |
| Sub Category | |
| Name | Li Zhi He 荔枝核 Leechee nut |
| Grown | In south China. |
| Source | The seed of Litchi chinensisi Sonn. |
| Ingredients | L-?-Methylene-cyclopropyl glycine, Leucocyanidin |
| Pharma Effect | |
| Properties | Sweet, slightly bitter, warm |
| Channels | Liver, kidney |
| Function | Regulates qi, disperses cold and eliminates stagnation. |
| Clinic Usage | For hernia or testicular pain due to congealed cold. Also for abdominal pain. |
| Cautions | Use only in cases of stagnant qi associated with damp-cold. |
| Dosage | 4.5~9g |
| Storage | Store in a dry place. Protect from worm infestation. |
