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Forsythia Fruit

Forsythia Fruit is listed in the traditional category “Herbs That Clean Heat and Purge Fire: Herbs That Clean Heat and Detoxify; Target Warm and Heat Diseases.” Source-described actions include Clears Heat (especially in the Upper Jiao ) and relieves toxicity; Reduces abscesses and dissipates clumps; Clears Blood Heat. This educational materia medica profile documents traditional properties, functions, and safety context.

Key reference facts

Category
Herbs That Clean Heat and Purge Fire: Herbs That Clean Heat and Detoxify; Target Warm and Heat Diseases
Nature
Slightly Cold / (Cool)
Flavor
Bitter, Slightly Acrid, (Astringent )
Channels
Heart, Lung, Gallbladder, (Liver), (San Jiao)

Source reference: American Dragon · Lian Qiao

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