Shi Di - Persimmon Calyx and Receptacle【Net Wt: 15.75g(0.63g x 25 Sachets)】

NPN 80096387

【Macroscopic Features】
Flat spherical, 1.5~2.5cm diameter. Center is relatively thick, slightly raised up, with round scar of fallen off fruit, edge is relatively thin, 4 lobes that are often rolled over, easily broken; base has fruit stem or round hole-like fruit stem scar. External surface is yellowish-brown or reddish-brown, inner surface is yellowish-brown, densely covered hairs. Hard and brittle texture. faint odor, astringent taste.

【Properties】Bitter, astringent, neutral

【Channels (meridians) entered】Stomach.

【Functions】
Downbears counterflow and qi; apply to hiccough.