Lian Zi

Nelumbinis Nuciferae, Semen

Properties: SWEET, ASTRINGENT - NEUTRAL
Dosage: 6-15g.
Meridian: HEART, KIDNEY, SPLEEN

-tonify and binds spleen – stops chronic diarrhea
-tonify kidneys – stop leucorrhea and spermatorrhea
-nourish heart – calm spirit
–stop sweat, anxiety, palpitations, insomnia

Reference
Benskey & Gamble 1986, Chinese Herbal Medicine Materia Medica, Seattle Washington, Eastland Press