Note: the actions, contraindications and usage sections are currently published in Arabic (primary market content); translations are in progress. Herb name, nature, taste and meridians are shown as is.

Chen Pi

陈皮 Chen Pi

Citri Reticulatae Pericarpium

Nature

温

Taste

辛、苦

📍

Meridians

脾 · 肺

💊 Actions

Regulates qi and harmonizes the stomach, resolves phlegm. For abdominal distension, nausea, and cough with white phlegm.

Contraindications

Contraindicated for those with yin deficiency and dry cough.

📖 Usage & Dosage

3-9 grams, infused as tea or decocted.

🏠 Aged Tangerine Peel

Tangerine peel aged for years is treasured as a gem; it is easily accepted by Arabs since they are already familiar with citrus peels.