< Traditional Chinese Medicine
Suan-Sour:
Suan (Chinese: 酸) herbs are sour herbs used in Traditional Chinese medicine. They are astringent in nature.
Actions of sour herbs include:
- generates fluids & Yin
- controls perspiration & diarrhea
Lists of Suan-Sour Herbs
| Name | Latin Name | Chinese | Pinyin | English Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shan Zha | Fructus Crataegi | 山楂 | shān zhā | Hawthorn fruit |
| Wu Mei | Fructus Pruni Mume | 乌梅 | wū méi | Dark plum |
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