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Sojae Lactis Cutis

Tofu skin

豆腐皮 〔豆腐皮〕 dòu fǔ pí

Alternate English names: bean curd skin bean cheese skin

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in PRC Pharmacopoeia: Glycine max (L.) Merr. [= Glycine soja Benth.; Phaseolus Max L.]

Origin in unofficial sources: Glycine max (L.) Merr. [= G. soja Benth.; Phaseolus Max L.]

Use: Alimentary

Properties: Sweet and bland; balanced.

Actions and indications: Clears lung heat and relieves cough; disperses phlegm.*

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