Citrus seed

Citrus seed

(Ben Cao Tu Jing)

[source] it is the seeds of many kinds of citrus, such as chazhigan or Ougan. The plant morphology is shown in the "orange" section.

Bitter, warm and nontoxic.

[channel tropism] into the heart and liver.

[function indications] it can be used to treat kidney obstruction, low back pain, bladder pain, small intestinal hernia and egg swelling.

[usage and dosage] oral administration: decoction, 2-3 yuan; or grinding powder.

[selected formula] for kidney cold low back pain; citrus seed, eucommia, etc. Stir fry, salt and wine.

[famous expert's discussion] the key to the development of Citrus kernel is the following. All of the above diseases are caused by qi stagnation of kidney and bladder, and liver. This taste of liver and kidney is treated together, so it has special function, but it is suitable for excess syndrome. It is forbidden for deficiency syndrome, and it is also harmful to stomach qi due to bitter taste. (the nature and taste of the following is "seeking the origin of Materia Medica")