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Kingdom: Plant

Origin in PRC Pharmacopoeia: Setaria italica (L.) Beauv. (PRC Pharmacopoeia)

Origin in unofficial sources: Setaria italica (L.) Beauv. [= Panicum italicum L.]

Use: Alimentary

Properties: Sweet^✽; slightly cold^✽; nontoxic.^✽

Actions and indications: Harmonizes the center and boosts qì; eliminates heat. Treats stomach vacuity; vomiting and retching; vexation and thirst.

Dosage and method: Decoct or make into gruel.

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