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.

Zi Su Zi

紫苏子 Zi Su Zi

Perillae Fructus

Nature

温

Taste

辛

📍

Meridians

肺 · 大肠

💊 Actions

Relieves asthma, dissolves phlegm, and moistens the intestines; for asthma, phlegm, and constipation in the elderly.

Contraindications

Contraindicated in damp diarrhea.

📖 Usage & Dosage

4.5-9 grams, ground into powder.

🏠 Perilla Seed

Belongs to the Perilla family (Lamiaceae); the seed is pendulous.