Astragalus Seed - Sha Yuan Zi

Products Featuring This Herb:
Eagle Vision
Microcosmic Orbit

Other Common Names
Astragalus Seed

Latin Name
Astragali, Semen

Pinyin
Sha Yuan Ji Li

Treasures
Jing

Atmospheric Energy
Warm

Organ Meridian Systems
Liver, Kidney

Primary Functions
Astringe Jing

Qualities
Astragalus seed is used in Chinese herbalism to tonify the kidney and consolidate Jing. In other words, it prevents the leaking out of vital essence. It is considered to be a longevity herb. Leaking jing can cause spermatorrhea, urinary incontinence, premature ejaculation, profuse clear vaginal discharge and polyuria.

Astragalus Seed also can help nourish the Liver and brighten the eyes. The Liver opens to the eyes therefore lack of nourishment to the Liver causes blurred vision, reduced visual acuity and dizziness. Astragalus Seed is warm but not drying. It consolidates jing and nourishes Liver blood to benefit the eyes.

Cautions & Contraindications:
Use of Sha Yuan Zi is contraindicated in yin deficient individuals who have heat signs or individuals with a hyperactive sex drive.