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Fructis Chaenomelis

Nomenclature

MU GUA
木瓜
Fructis Chaenomelis
Other Names

Papaya''

Chaenomelis


Properties:

Sour
Liver / LR Spleen / SP


Dosage and Toxicity

6 - 12 gm


Functions

Relaxes the sinews and opens the channels (Bi pain with stiffness and spasms of the sinews, treats mostly lower body)
Edema, swelling, and pain in the legs
Dissolves dampness and harmonizes the Stomach / ST (vomiting, diarrhea, and cramps
Promotes digestion (food stagnation or de-generative gastritis)
Seeds are good for intestinal parasites


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