Shan Zha (Jiao)

Shan Zha (Jiao)


  • Chineese Name: 山楂(焦)
  • Pin Yin Name: Shan Zha (Jiao)
  • Latin Name: Fructus Crataegi (ad intimum tost.) Preparatum
  • Natures: Warm, slightly Astringent
  • Taste: Sour, Sweet
  • Chanels Entered: Spleen, Stomach, Liver
Digestion-Promoting Medicinals (Xiao Dao Yao)
from 10 to 15
Shan Zha (Jiao): this preparation reinforces Shan Zha’s digestive action
Favors digestion
Disperses Food Accumulations
Harmonizes the Stomach and the Intestines
Stops diarrhea
Activates Blood and dissipates Stasis