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Nelumbinus Stamen
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Latin
Plant Name
Nelumbinus
Pinyin
Mandarin Name
Lian Xu
Common
English Name
Lotus Stamen
Part
of Plant Used
Stamen
Nature
Neutral
Taste
Sweet, astringent
Meridians
Entered
Kidneys, Heart
Common
Usages
This herb is used in formulas that treat severe incontinence, frequent urination, and chronic leukorrhea; also used to stop bleeding and to treat seminal emissions (in combination with lotus seed).
Traditional
Usages and Functions
Stabilizes Kidneys; retains Essence.
Common
Formulas Used In
Hoelen and Polyporus.
Processing
Required
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Remarks
Lotus stamen provides stronger astringency action than does lotus seed.
Cautions
in Use
Do not use where there is difficult urination.
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