Medicinal Plants : Semen pruni armeniaceae

Name

Biological Name

Semen pruni armeniaceae
Rosaceae

Other Names

Parts Used

Seed

Remedies For

Antitussive, antiasthmatic, demulcent

Apricot seed is one of the finest herbs for acute cough and bronchitis. It can be used for either hot or cold conditions when combined with the appropriate herbs and is especially good for dry coughs because of its moistening nature. The herb is believed to moisten the intestines; hence, it is useful in those cases when there is constipation associated with the aforementioned conditions.

Description

Chinese herb

Dosage

3-9 grams.

Safety

Apricot seed herb should be used with caution for diarrhea caused by yin deficiency.