Gui Zhi

Cinnamon Twig
GuiZhi
Pharmaceutical name: Ramulas Cinnanomi Cassiae
Properties: acrid, sweet, warm
Channels Entered: Heart, Lung, Bladder
Actions & Clinical Applications:
1. Harmonizes the Ying (Nutritive) and Wei (Protective) Qi
2. Warms and promotes the flow of Qi in the channels
3. Warms the Yang, opens Qi obstruction and moderates Qi
4. Strengthens the Heart Yang, unblocks Yang Qi obstruction in the chest
Dosage & Administration: 3 – 10g
Notes:
1. Precautions for pregnancy
2. Not for exterior excess or deficiency heat