Zhi Zi

Cape Jamine Fruit, Gardenia
Zhi Zi
Pharmaceutical name: Fructus Gardeniae Jasminoidis
Properties: cold
Channels entered: HT, LV, LU, ST, SJ
Actions & Clinical Applications:
1. Clears Heat and relieves restlessness
2. Drains Damp Heat from San Jiao, Promotes urination
3. Cools the blood and stops bleeding
4. Clears Fire-toxins
Dosage & Administration: 3 - 12g. Used raw for heat clearing and carbonized to stop bleeding