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Shi Liu Pi

Also Known As:

Granada, Grenadier, Shi Liu Gen Pi, Shi Liu Pi. Punica granatum.
Family: Punicaceae.

Shi Liu Pi            Properties: SOUR, ASTRINGENT  - WARM/TOXIC        Dosage: 3 – 9g.

Pomegranate Husk          Meridian: KIDNEY, LARGE INTESTINE, STOMACH

                        -binds intestines – deficiency diarrhea/dysentery, rectal prolapse

                  -stabilize kidney, retain essence –spermatorrhea, uterine bleed, leucorrhea

                  -parasites – expels tapeworm, roundworm, ringworm

Also Used For:

Orally, Shi Liu Pi is used for tapeworm infestations and opportunistic intestinal worms. It is also used as an astringent, for diarrhea and dysentery, and as an abortive.
Topically, pomegranate is used as a gargle for sore throat and to treat hemorrhoids.

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