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Illicii Fructus

Native star anise

土八角 〔土八角〕 tǔ bā jiǎo

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Illicium henryi Diels; Illicium yunnanense Franch.

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Sweet; warm; nontoxic.

Actions and indications: Settles retching; moves qì and relieves pain. Treats stomach cold; bladder mounting qì (shàn qì); distension and pain in the anterior chest.

Dosage and method: Oral: Decoct (6–12g).

Warnings: Use with care in internal yīn vacuity heat.

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