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YU LI REN

Names
Pharmaceutical: Semen Pruni
Botanical: Prunus humilis Bunge, Prunus japonica Thunberg (Rosaceae)
Other names:
Description: Chinese Dwarf Cherry Seed.

Actions
Moistens the Large Intestine to promote bowel movement; Diuretic; Resolves oedema; ...

Origin
Predominantly: Hebei, Inner-Mongolia, Liaoning.;

Preparation
The ripe seeds from the fruit are gathered in autumn and dried in the sun. The seeds are then ground in a mortar and pestle.;

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