Mother-of-Pearl Shell
Mother-of-Pearl Shell is listed in the traditional category “Substances that Calm the Spirit: Substances that Anchor, Settle and Calm the Spirit (Substances that Calm the Liver and Extinguish Wind).” Source-described actions include Calms the Liver, anchors Yang and drains Liver Fire; Clears the Liver and i mproves vision; Sedates fright and calms the Spirit. This educational materia medica profile documents traditional properties, functions, and safety context.
Key reference facts
- Category
- Substances that Calm the Spirit: Substances that Anchor, Settle and Calm the Spirit (Substances that Calm the Liver and Extinguish Wind)
- Nature
- Cold
- Flavor
- Sweet, Salty
- Channels
- Heart, Liver
Source reference: American Dragon · Zhen Zhu Mu