合欢皮
Silk Tree Bark
合欢皮hé huān pí · Albizia julibrissin (bark)
Category
calm the Spirit (Shen)
Nature
neutral
Taste
sweet
Meridians
Heart, Liver
Dosage
6–12 g
Functions
calms the Shen and relieves constraint, lifting the mood invigorates the Blood, reduces swelling and relieves pain
Indications
emotional constraint with irritability, poor memory, insomnia; low mood and grief trauma with swelling and pain; abscesses
Contraindications
⚠️ use with caution during pregnancy
For education only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified practitioner.