山茱萸
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Shan Zhu Yu

Fructus Corni

Cornus Fruit (Asiatic Dogwood)

Astringent
About this herb

A sour red fruit used to astringe Essence and support the Kidneys and Liver.

PinyinShan Zhu Yu
Chinese山茱萸
Latin (pharmaceutical)Fructus Corni
EnglishCornus Fruit (Asiatic Dogwood)
CategoryAstringent
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