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--> Bu Yin --> nu zhen zi |
| Pin-yin: |
nu zhen zi |
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| English name: |
Privet fruit |
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| Where grown: |
Central, south, and northwest China. |
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| Source: |
Dried, ripe fruit of Ligustrum lucidum AITON. |
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| Properties: |
Sweet, cool, bitter |
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| Channels entered: |
Liver, kidney |
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| Function: |
Nourishes liver and kidney, strengthens lower back and knees, darkens hairs and improves vision. |
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| Major Clinic Usage: |
For internal heat and yin deficiency, weakness in the lower back and knees, blurred vision, tinnitus, palpitation, constipation and premature gray hair. |
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| Usage and Dosage: |
6~12g |
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| Storage: |
Store in a dry place. Avoid mold and infestation by worms. |
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