Semen Caryae Cathayensis

Name

Shan He Tao Ren (Seed of cathay hickory)

The Effect of Semen Caryae Cathayensis

Property

Sweet, neutral; kidney and lung meridians entered.

Actions

Tonify the liver and kidney, relieve asthma.

Indications

Chronic cough, asthma caused by qi deficiency, soreness and weakness of waist and knees, dull pain.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 9~15 g, or pounded into powder, 3~5 g.