Flowering Quince, Mù Guā, 木瓜, Fructus Chaenomelis

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Health Benefits
For: Muscle cramps • Muscle stiffness • Muscle atrophy • Muscle atrophy • Nausea • Vomiting • Indigestion • Degenerative gastritis • Bacterial dysentery • Jaundice
Attributes: Anti-cancer • Hepatoprotective • Antibacterial
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Constituents: 
Tannins • Saponins • Oleanolic acid • Malic acid

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Fun Facts
Other Names: Ming Yi Za Zhu
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Chaenomeles speciosa is not in the USDA Plant Database.  Drill down via USDA Interactive Map:

USA: Chaenomeles speciosa USDA Zones:  

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Properties, Actions, Indications, etc.              Category: Wind Damp Cold 
English: Flowering Quince    Pinyin:  Mu Gua      Pharmaceutical: Fructus Chaenomelis  
Organs: Liver • Spleen      Temperature: Warm  
Taste: Sour      Toxicity:   
Patterns: Wind damp Bi syndrome • Lower body Bi pain • Leg Qi disorder • Muscle spasms from blood deficiency • Muscle atrophy • Food stagnation 
Actions:  Unblock channels • Relax sinews • Harmonize stomach • Transform dampness • Reduce food stagnation • Alleviate Pain
Indications: Bi Zheng • Muscle cramps, stiffness, spasms, atrophy • Stomach weakness with nausea and vomiting • Leg Qi with pain, swelling, and edema • Food stagnation
Contraindications: Acidic stomach
Typical Dosage: 4.5g to 12g           Guidelines
Parts Used: Fruit       Notable for: Damp Bi • Harmonize stomach
Other: There seems to be confusion around the Chinese quince fruit and papaya. Chinese quince fruit is not papaya.
Combine With Purpose
Formulas with Mu Gua
Mu Gua Jian

Alert
Be cautions with all medicine.

Senna leaf is a diuretic and a laxative.  Chronic or overdose can lead to potential excessive loss of potassium.  This herb also increases platelets and chronic use may lead to blood clots.

 

Potential Drug Interactions

Herbal medicine may interact negatively with pharma drugs and other herbs.  Examples below:

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Information in this post came from many sources, including class notes, practitioners, websites, webinars, books, magazines, and editor's personal experience.  While the original source often came from historical Chinese texts,  variations may result from the numerous English translations.   Always consult a doctor prior to using these drugs.  The information here is strictly for educational purposes. 

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