ZI SU ZI

Names for Zi Su Zi
Pharmaceutical:	Fructus Perillae frutescentis
Botanical:	Perilla frutescens (L. ) Britt. (Labiatae)
Other names:	Sheng Zi Su Zi, Sheng Su Zi, Su Zi
Description:	Perilla Fruit.

Actions
Calms cough; Calms dyspnea; Moistens the Intestines; Promotes bowel movement; ...

Origin of zi su zi
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Preparation of zi su zi
The drug is collected in autumn, washed clean, and dried in the sun. The fruits can also be slightly fried, or crushed and milled.;

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