Single Herb Glossary
Lián Zǐ 蓮子
| Pharmaceutical name | Nelumbinis Semen lotus seed |
| Category | Stabilize and Bind |
| Key Properties | Tonifies & Stabilizes SP, HT, & KD Calms the Spirit |
| Properties | Sweet Astringent Neutral |
| Tropism | HT, KD, SP |
| Actions & Indications | 1) Tonify SP & Stops Diarrhea 2) Tonify KD & Stabilizes Essence (premature ejaculation, spermatorrhea) 3) Nourishes Heart & Calms the Spirit |
| Dosages | 6-15g |
| Contraindications (TCM) | CI: Contraindicated in those with abdominal distention or constipation |
| Contraindications (Western) | |
| Chemical Composition | Liensinine, raffinose, oxoushisunine, N-norarmepavine, calcium, phosphorus, iron, sodium, zinc, magnesium |
| Pharmacological Effects | • Antihypertensive: in anesthetized cats, injection of preparation at 1 to 2 mg/kg lowered blood pressure by up to 50% for 2 to 3 hours; duration of action for same product only lasted 30 minutes in dogs, and had no effect in rabbits |
| Herb-Drug Interactions | |
| Classical Formula(s) |
Shen Ling Bai Zhu San (Ginsing, poria and white atractylodes powder) 蔘苓白朮散 Jin Suo Gu Jing Wan (metal Lock Pill to Stabilize the Essence) 金鎖固精丸 |
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.