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Papaveris Semen

Poppy seed

罂粟 〔罌粟〕 yīng sù

Alternate English names: opium poppy seed

Alternate Chinese names: 御米 yù mǐ

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in PRC Pharmacopoeia: Papaver somniferum L. (PRC Pharmacopoeia)

Origin in unofficial sources: Papaver somniferum L.

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Sweet*; balanced*; nontoxic*.

Actions and indications: Treats stomach reflux; abdominal pain; diarrhea; prolapse of the rectum.3–6g.

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