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Pin Yin: huo ma ren
Common name: hemp seed
Botanical family: Cannabiaceae
Botanical name: Cannabis sativa L.
Primary action: Drain-Lubricate
Secondary actions:
Supplement Yin
Temperature: neutral
Taste: sweet
Entering Channel: Sp, St, LI
Actions:
Moistens Intestines; useful in elderly and in Vacuity conditions.
Moistens Yin, especially useful when constipation is present.
(See
Large Intestine Dryness
.)
Dosage:
3-5 qian; up to 15 qian when used as principal herb.
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