Warm; bitter; attributive to lungs and large intestine.
CHARACTERISTICS:
The kernels of the ripe fruits of the deciduous tree prunus. It is an
inferior herb, slightly toxic and over dose may cause dizziness, headache and
vomiting.
THERAPEUTIC EFFECTS:
Relieve coughing, wheezing, chest distention, spasms in the throat;
moisturizing the intestine; relax bowels.
