Lian Zi Xin (Lotus Plumule)
Herb 5 of 14 in Herbs that Drain Fire
Channels:
HT, PER
Properties:
Bitter, Cold
Latin:
Plumula Nelumbinis Nuciferae
Chinese:
连子心
Tone Marks:
lián zĭ xīn
Alt Names:
Lian Xin, Lian Yi
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Chinese Herb Actions
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Sedates Heart Fire and Calms the Spirit
For heat transferring into the pericardium channel causing delirium, restlessness, confusion, and irritability. Also used to alleviate thirst, temporarily lower Blood pressure, and help insomnia. - Stops Bleeding and Astringes the Essence
Used as a powder for vomiting Blood, tongue ulcerations, and spermatorrhea.
Chinese Herb Contraindications & Cautions
- Do not use in cases of constipation or abdominal masses.
Herb-Drug Interactions
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Chinese Herb Dosage
- 1.5-6 grams.
- Part used: plumule and radicle.
