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Black sesame [seed]
黑芝麻 〔黑芝麻〕hēi zhī má
Latin pharmacognostic name: Sesami Semen Nigrum
Alternate English names: black benniseed black gingelly
Alternate Chinese names: 黑脂麻 hēi zhī má; 小胡麻 xiǎo hú má; 巨胜 jù shèng; 巨胜子 jù shèng zǐ; 油麻 yóu má; 狗虱 gǒu shī; 胡麻 hú má; 苣胜子 jù shèng zǐ; 胡麻仁 hú má rén
Kingdom: Plant
Origin in PRC Pharmacopoeia: Sesamum indicum L. (PRC Pharmacopoeia)
Origin (other sources): Sesamum indicum DC.
Use: Medicinal and alimentary
Category: Supplementing agents / Yīn-supplementing agents
Properties: Sweet; balanced.
Channel entry: Liver, kidney, and large intestine channels.
Indications:
- Supplements the liver and kidney and boosts essence and blood: Essence-blood depletion, manifesting in dizziness, flowery vision, or
premature graying of the hair. - Moistens the intestines:
Intestinal dryness constipation.
Dosage & Method: Oral: 9–15g in decoctions, powders, or pills. It is often stir-fried before use.
Warnings: Contraindicated in patients with sloppy stool.
Quality: Large, clean, plump, black seeds are the best.
Product Area: South East Asia (cultivated), and Sìchuān, Shāndōng, Shānxī, Hénán.
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