Fructus Aurantiis a kind of traditional Chinese medicine, mature fruit of the rutaceae plant orange. Fructus Aurantii has effects on regulating qi, wide chest, stagnation and elimination of accumulation. First, fructus Aurantii mainly can be used for the treatment of upper burning gas obstruction, chest and diaphragma, chest and rib swelling pain, bitter Fructus Aurantii down, qi elimination fatigue, for the treatment of qi stagnation and chest tightness. Second, fructus Aurantii can be used for eating does not change, abdominal distention full pain, vomiting and dysentery after heavy. Third, fructus Aurantii can be used to treat rectal prolapse and uterine prolapse caused by Qi deficiency and depression. Fourth, fructus Aurantii can also be used for the treatment of intestinal wind blood, rubella itching and pregnancy abdominal pain and other diseases.
Chinese Name | 枳壳 |
Pin Yin Name | Zhi Qiao |
English Name | Bitter Orange |
Latin Name | Fructus Aurantii |
Botanical Name | Citrus aurantium L. |
Other name | zhi ke, fructus aurantii immaturus, , zhi qiao |
Appearance | Black immature fruit |
Smell and Taste | Bitter, pungent, sore and slightly cold |
Specification | Whole, slices, powder (We can also extract if you need) |
Part Used | Fruit |
Shelf life | 2 Years |
Storage | Store in cool and dry places, keep away from strong light |
Shipment | By Sea, Air, Express, Train |
1. Fructus Aurantii can move qi;
2. Fructus Aurantii can soothe chest and middle energizer;
3. Fructus Aurantii can relieve distention.
1.Fructus Aurantii is not suitable for people who are weak spleen and stomach.
2.The pregnant should use Fructus Aurantii carefully.