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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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