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Maydis Semen

Corn

玉蜀黍 〔玉蜀黍〕 yù shǔ shǔ

Alternate English names: maize

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in PRC Pharmacopoeia: Zea mays L. (PRC Pharmacopoeia)

Origin in unofficial sources: Zea mays L.

Use: Alimentary

Properties: Sweet; balanced; nontoxic.

Actions and indications: Regulates the center and opens the stomach (increases the appetite).*

Dosage and method: Oral: Decoct or cook as food.

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