schisandra
五味子wǔ wèi zǐ · Schisandra chinensis
Category
astringents (stabilize & bind)
Nature
warm
Taste
sour, sweet
Meridians
Lung, Heart, Kidney
Dosage
2–6 g
in broth
Functions
soothes the lungs, stops coughing nourishes the jing, strengthens the kidneys promotes fluid production, calms the mind
Indications
chronic cough and shortness of breath night sweats, wet dreams, early-morning diarrhea thirst, heart palpitations, insomnia
Contraindications
The external syndrome is in full swing excess heat inside
Notes
"The Fruit of the Five Flavors": It has astringent and tonifying properties—it strengthens the lungs and kidneys, promotes the production of body fluids, and calms the mind in cases of chronic cough and excessive sweating. Family: Schisandraceae Part used: fruit Active constituents: lignans (schisandrin), organic acids
For education only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified practitioner.