Peach Seed
Semen Persicae, Persicae Semen
Tao Ren

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Bitter; sweet; calm

Part(s) used

Seed

Potential toxicity/side effects

Slightly toxic

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To promote blood circulation, to eliminate phlegm, and to relax the bowels.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea, concretion and conglomeration, lump glomus, knocks and falls, intestinal dry and constipation.