YU LI REN

Names for Yu Li Ren
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 of yu li ren
Predominantly: Hebei, Inner-Mongolia, Liaoning.;

Preparation of yu li ren
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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