Single Herb Glossary
Shì Dì 柿蒂
| Pharmaceutical name | Kaki Calyx Persimmon calyx, kaki |
| Category | Regulate Qi |
| Key Properties | Stops hiccups by directing rebellious ST Qi downward |
| Properties | Bitter, Astringent Neutral |
| Tropism | LU, ST |
| Actions & Indications | 1) Direct Qi Downward & Stops Hiccough (Hot & Cold pattern) |
| Dosages | 3-12g |
| Contraindications (TCM) | |
| Contraindications (Western) | |
| Chemical Composition | Oleanolic acid, ursolic acid, trifolin, β-sitosteryi-β-D-glucoside, stearic acid, palmitic acid, succinic acid, syringic acid, vanillin acid, gallic acid, kaempferol, frifolin, hyperin, hydroxytripterpenic acid |
| Pharmacological Effects | • Antiarrhythmic: 0.5% administration in mice at 50 mg/kg has demonstrated marked effect against chlorine- or aconitine-induced arrhythmia • Antifertility: 79.6% administration successful as antifertility agent in rabbits |
| Herb-Drug Interactions | |
| Classical Formula(s) |
Ding Xiang Shi Di Tang (Clove & Persimmon Calyx Decoction) 丁香柿蒂湯 |
This information is a reference tool for Chinese herbal studies. It is not intended to replace professional medical advice. Please consult a primary health professional if you require health advisory.