Sweet
apricot seed (Tianxingren)
The apricot seed comes from the cultivated
prunus armeniaca. Its properties and taste
are sweet and neutral. Its functions are quite
similar to those of bitter apricot seed, but
it is more effective for moistening. Sweet
apricot seed (Tianxingren) is indicated in
cough and asthma caused by weakness of the
body and fatigue.
The recommended dosage is 3-10 g. |
