Chinese Soft-Shell Turtle Shell
Chinese Soft-Shell Turtle Shell is listed in the traditional category “Herbs that Tonify the Yin.” Source-described actions include Nourishes Yin and anchors Yang; Invigorates the Blood, p romotes menstruation, softens hardness and d issipates nodules; Heavily anchors, descends, unblocks and facilitates the functions of the Blood vessels. This educational materia medica profile documents traditional properties, functions, and safety context.
Key reference facts
- Category
- Herbs that Tonify the Yin
- Nature
- Slightly Cold / (Cold)
- Flavor
- Salty
- Channels
- Liver, Spleen, (Kidney)
Source reference: American Dragon · Bie Jia