Spine Date Seed
Semen Ziziphi Spinosae, Ziziphi Spinosae Semen
Suan Zao Ren

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Sweet; sour; calm

Part(s) used

Seed

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To replenish the liver, to cause tranquilizations to arrest excessive perspiration, and to promote the production of body fluid.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Neurasthenia, vacuity vexation and insomnia, fright palpitation, arrhythmia, frequent dreaming, vacuity and profuse sweating, fluid damage and thirst.