Group 3 herbs Flashcards
1
Q
What is the scientific name of Yi Yi Ren?
A
Coicis semen (Coix seeds, Job’s tears)
2
Q
What are the properties of Yi Yi Ren?
A
sweet, bland, slightly cold
3
Q
What channels does Yi Yi Ren enter?
A
LU, SP, ST, KI
4
Q
How do you translate 薏苡仁 ?
A
1st char. - mind/intention/thinking
2nd char. - with/as
3rd - human/humanity
(Yi Yi Ren)
5
Q
What is the main ability of Yi Yi Ren?
A
Percolates dampness
6
Q
What does Yi Yi Ren mainly treat?
A
swelling
7
Q
Which herbs from this group are classified as herbs that release the exterior? What property do these herbs have in common?
A
Ma huang
Ge Gen
Xi Xin
they are all acrid - dispersing
