Properties: Sour, sweet, neutral

Meridans Entered:
Primary: Liver, Kidney and Spleen

1. Tonifies the Liver and Kidneys, strengthens the Sinews and Bones and secures Essence
   Liver and Kidney deficiency with greying hair and beard
   Weakness in the sinews and bones
   Nocturnal emission, incessant vaginal discharge
2. Stops dysentery and diarrhoea
   Chronic diarrhoea and dysentery

Suggested Daily Dosage: 9-15g in decoction.

Notes:

In Western herbalism the European bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus, Chinese: 黑果越橘, He Guo Jue Yu) is used with a similar composition and indications that would fit with the actions of its Asian relatives. A few differences can be observed:

Myrtillus has been used for the treatment of eye disorders with the most promising being diabetic retinopathy. It has also been suggested it may help the healing of diabetic ulcers.

Myrtillus has also been used for the treatment of mouth sores from scurvy and topically for inflammation of mucous membranes of the mouth and throat.

Myrtillus was indicated for painful urination.

Myrtillus has been used for to reduce breast milk secretion.

Information taken from Engels (2009): Herbalgram, American Botanical Council & Grieve (1931): A Modern Herbal.