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Alpinia Fruit

Alpinia Fruit is listed in the traditional category “Herbs that Tonify the Yang.” Source-described actions include Warms the Kidneys and astringes Jing and urine; Warms the Spleen, increases the appetite and s tops diarrhea and salivation. This educational materia medica profile documents traditional properties, functions, and safety context.

Key reference facts

Category
Herbs that Tonify the Yang
Nature
Warm
Flavor
Acrid
Channels
Kidney, Spleen

Source reference: American Dragon · Yi Zhi Ren

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