Seed of Chinese Arborvitae, Chinese Arborvitae Kernel
Platycladi Semen, Semen Platycladi
Bai Zi Ren

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Sweet; calm

Part(s) used

Kernel

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To calm the nerves, to check excessive perspiration, and to relax the bowels.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Fright palpitation and fearful throbbing, sleepless and amnesia, night sweating, intestinal dry and constipation.