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Gleditsia Fruit

Gleditsia Fruit is listed in the traditional category “Herbs that Transform Phlegm and Stop Coughing: Warm Herbs that Transform Cold Phlegm.” Source-described actions include Dispels Phlegm; Opens the Orifices and revives the Spirit; Dissipates clumps and reduces swellings. This educational materia medica profile documents traditional properties, functions, and safety context.

Key reference facts

Category
Herbs that Transform Phlegm and Stop Coughing: Warm Herbs that Transform Cold Phlegm
Nature
Warm / (Slightly Toxic)
Flavor
Acrid, (Salty)
Channels
Lung, Large Intestine, (Small Intestine)

Source reference: American Dragon · Zao Jia O

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