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.

Xiao Hui Xiang

小茴香 Xiao Hui Xiang

Foeniculi Fructus

Nature

温

Taste

辛

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Meridians

肝 · 肾 · 脾 · 胃

💊 Actions

Warms the Kidney and Stomach and regulates Qi, for cold colic, abdominal distension, and mild hernia.

Contraindications

Generally safe; contraindicated in fennel allergy.

📖 Usage & Dosage

3-9 grams.

🏠 Sweet Fennel Seed

Fennel is entirely familiar in the Arab world; it is an ideal herb-food.