Cape Jasmine Fruit (Fructus Gardeniae) - 山栀子 (shān zhī zi)
Cape Jasmine Fruit (Fructus Gardeniae) - 山栀子 (shān zhī zi)
According to the principles of traditional Chinese medicine, gardenia is bitter, cold and dry, and acts on the Heart, Lung, Stomach and Triple Warmer (san jiao) meridians. It purges heat; dispels damp heat; disperses fire; and cools blood. In Western medical terms, gardenia lowers the blood pressure, and is effective in stopping bleeding and treating insomnia, delirium and urinary tract infections. Gardenia also has mild antiseptic properties. Topically, gardenia relieves swelling and bruises due to trauma, and can alleviate pain associated with some sprains and abscesses.
Gardenia, cape jasmine fruit, 山梔子,山枝子
Actions
- Purges fire and removes irritability
- Clears heat and promotes urination
- Cools the blood and resolves toxicity
Charred Gardenia, 山枝炭, 山栀炭 (Shan Zhi Tan)
Actions
- Used for Heat from Excess of Fire toxins with epistaxis, hemoptysis, hematuria, or abnormal vaginal bleeding.
Precaution: Use Chinese herbs or herbal extracts with caution. Professional advice is suggested. In TCM, Chinese herbs are often combined in the context of formulas to enhance each other's desirable action and to minimize any potential side effect. Consult a professional if you are taking any prescription medications or Western medications as it can cause interference and strong effect in the body.
All variants of this product have a net weight of 16 oz / 1 lb
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Disclaimer & Precautions: Statements and descriptions have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Use Chinese herbs or herbal extracts with caution. Professional advice is suggested. In TCM, Chinese herbs are often combined in the context of formulas to enhance each other's desirable action and to minimize any potential side effect. Consult a professional if you are pregnant or are taking any prescription medications or Western medications as it can cause interference or have a strong effect on the body.
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