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.

Dao Dou

刀豆 Dao Dou

Canavaliae Semen

Nature

温

Taste

甘

📍

Meridians

胃 · 肾

💊 Actions

Descends qi, stops vomiting, and warms the kidney, for cold vomiting and lower back pain.

Contraindications

Safe; must be cooked before consumption.

📖 Usage & Dosage

6-9 grams, cooked.

🏠 Farmer's Sword Seed

A large sword-shaped seed; its form is the source of its name.