Japanese Plum Kernel
Semen Pruni Salicinae
Li He Ren

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Bitter; neutral

Part(s) used

Seed

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To dispel stasis, disinhibit water, moisten intestines.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Knocks and falls, blood stasis swelling and pain, ascites, beriberi, intestinal dry and constipation.