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海螵蛸
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Hai Piao Xiao

Endoconcha Sepiae

Cuttlefish Bone

Astringent
About this herb

The internal shell of the cuttlefish, used to astringe fluids and ease stomach discomfort.

PinyinHai Piao Xiao
Chinese海螵蛸
Latin (pharmaceutical)Endoconcha Sepiae
EnglishCuttlefish Bone
CategoryAstringent
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