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皂荚刺
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Zao Jiao Ci

Spina Gleditsiae

Honeylocust Thorn

Heat-Clearing
About this herb

The thorn of the same tree as Zao Jiao, used to clear heat and toxicity from swellings.

PinyinZao Jiao Ci
Chinese皂荚刺
Latin (pharmaceutical)Spina Gleditsiae
EnglishHoneylocust Thorn
CategoryHeat-Clearing
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