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Opuntiae Fructus

Prickly pear fruit

仙掌子 〔仙掌子〕 xiān zhǎng zǐ

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Opuntia dillenii Haw.

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Sweet*; balanced*.

Actions and indications: Supplements the spleen and fortifies the stomach; boosts the strength of the legs and eliminates enduring diarrhea.

Dosage and method: Oral: Decoct (15–30g fresh).

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