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Eriobotryae Semen

Loquat seed

枇杷核 〔枇杷核〕 pí pá hé

Alternate English names: eriobotrya seed

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in PRC Pharmacopoeia: Eriobotrya japonica (Thunb.) Lindl. (PRC Pharmacopoeia)

Origin in unofficial sources: Eriobotrya japonica (Thunb.) Lindl.

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Bitter; balanced; nontoxic.

Channel entry: Kidney channel.

Actions and indications: Transforms phlegm and relieves cough; courses the liver and rectifies qì. Treats cough; mounting qì (shàn qì); water swelling; scrofula.

Dosage and method: Oral: Decoct (6–9g). Topical: Grind to a powder and apply topically.

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