TAO REN

Names for Tao Ren
Pharmaceutical:	Semen Pruni Persicae
Botanical:	Prunus persica (Linn) Batsch., Prunus davidiana (Carr.) Franch. (Rosaceae)
Other names:	Guang Tao Ren, Sheng Tao Ren
Description:	Peach Seed.

Actions
Moves Blood; Eliminates accumulations; Moistens the Intestines to promote bowel movement; ...

Origin of tao ren
Predominantly: Sichuan, Shaanxi, Hebei, Shandong, Guizhou.;

Preparation of tao ren
The fruit is collected when ripe. The seed is removed from sarcocarp and shell (endocarp), and dried in the sun before use. The drug can also be ground into powder.;

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