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.

Suan Zao Ren

酸枣仁 Suan Zao Ren

Ziziphi Spinosae Semen

Nature

平

Taste

甘、酸

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Meridians

心 · 肝

💊 Actions

Nourishes the Heart and Liver and calms the spirit; used for restless sleep, evening insomnia, and night sweats.

Contraindications

Contraindicated in those with cold stomach accompanied by diarrhea.

📖 Usage & Dosage

9-15 grams, ground into powder and taken before sleep.

🏠 Chinese Calming Jujube Seed

The most famous Chinese sleep herb; the jujube is well known and sacred in Arab culture.