Chaste Tree Fruit, Màn Jīng Zi, 蔓荆子, Frutus Viticis
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Space USA: Vitex rotundifolia L. USDA Zones: Native: Habitats: Herbal medicine may interact negatively with pharma drugs and other herbs. Examples below: Herbs: Pharma Drugs:
Health Benefits
For: High fever • Body ache • Stiff joints • Swollen & painful gums • Migraines • Red eyes • Eye pain
Attributes: Analgesic • Antibiotic • Sedative • Antipyretic
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Constituents:
Camphene • Luteolin • Vitexicarpin • Vitexilactone • Hydroxybenzoic acid • Vitamin A • Vanilic acid
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Fun Facts
Other Names: Other variety: Vitex trifolia L. • Vitex
Plant Family:
Pharmacopeias: Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing
Species
Growth
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Vitex rotundifolia L. is not in the USDA Plant Database. Drill down via USDA Interactive Map:
Properties, Actions, Indications, etc. Category: Release Exterior Wind Heat
English: Chaste Tree Fruit Pinyin: Man Jing Zi Pharmaceutical: Frutus Viticis
Organs: Bladder • Liver • Stomach Temperature: Cool
Taste: Pungent • Bitter Toxicity:
Patterns: Bi Zheng • Wind heat • Exterior heat • Interior heat
Actions: Clear wind heat • Release exterior • Clear eyes • Relief pain • Drain dampness
Indications: Severe fever • Mild chills • Sore throat • Red eyes • Rashes
Contraindications: Aconite family of herbs • Shi Gao • Spllen and stomach deficiencies • Yin deficient fire • Headaches from blood deficiency
Typical Dosage: 6g to 12g • Max of 30g Guidelines
Parts Used: Fruit
Other:
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Purpose
Formulas with Man Jing Zi
Alert
Be cautions with all medicine.
Potential Drug Interactions
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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