Black Sesame Seed
Black Sesame Seed is listed in the traditional category “Herbs that tonify Yin.” Source-described actions include Nourishes and fortifies Liver and Kidney Yin; Nourishes Jing and Blood and extinguishes Wind; Moistens and lubricates the Intestines and Lungs. This educational materia medica profile documents traditional properties, functions, and safety context.
Key reference facts
- Category
- Herbs that tonify Yin
- Nature
- Neutral
- Flavor
- Sweet
- Channels
- Kidney, Liver, Large Intestine
Source reference: American Dragon · Hei Zhi Ma