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.

Wu Mei

乌梅 Wu Mei

Mume Fructus

Nature

平

Taste

酸、涩

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Meridians

肝 · 脾 · 肺 · 大肠

💊 Actions

Stops chronic diarrhea and chronic cough, generates fluids, and expels worms; strongly sour.

Contraindications

Contraindicated in damp phlegm and acute febrile disease.

📖 Usage & Dosage

6-12 grams.

🏠 Sour Plum (Umeboshi)

Umeboshi is globally familiar through Japanese cuisine; it is a sour condiment similar to Ramadan's sour drink.