Zi Su Ye

Perillae Frutescentis, Fructus

Properties: PUNGENT, AROMATIC - WARM
Dosage: 3 - 9g.
Meridian: LUNG, SPLEEN

-release exterior, disperse cold
– fever, chills, headache, congestion, cough
-promotes Qi movement
– expands chest
– nausea, vomit, poor appetite
-calming restless fetus
– alleviates morning sickness
 -used alone or in combination with other herbs for sea food poisoning

  

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