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Chu Shi Zi楮实子

Broussonetiae, Fructus · Paper Mulberry Fruit

Herbs that Tonify the Yin 补阴药《名医别录》

Overview

The small red fruit of the paper mulberry: sweet and cold, it enriches Liver and Kidney yin without the heaviness of the richer tonics, and is used above all for weak, blurred vision and sore low back that come with depleted essence. A second, quieter action moves water, so it also appears in mixed patterns where yin is thin but fluid still collects.

Nature & Flavor

Sweet · Cold

Channels

Liver · Kidney

Typical Dosage

6–9 g in decoction
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Actions

2 core actions

  • Tonifies Liver and Kidney, brightens the eyesBlurred or dim vision, floaters, dizziness, sore and weak low back and knees, tinnitus from depleted yin and essence.
  • Promotes urination, reduces swellingPuffiness and abdominal fullness with fluid, where a deficient patient cannot tolerate strong draining herbs.

In Formulas

Formulas containing Chu Shi Zi

No published formula lists this herb yet — the library is growing.

Indications & Clinical Uses

  • Dim or blurred vision, floaters, dizziness of Liver–Kidney yin deficiency
    - Aching weak low back and knees, tinnitus
    - Mild edema and fluid retention in a deficient patient

Western Medical Keywords

Searchable condition terms

Blurred visionTinnitusLow back painEdema

Contraindications

Cautions

Cold and slightly draining: unsuitable for patients with Spleen deficiency and loose stools, or with a cold-deficient constitution. Long unsupervised courses are not advised.

Contraindicated in pregnancy: No specific restriction — practitioner judgment applies

For licensed practitioners’ reference only

References

  1. Bensky, Clavey & Stöger. Chinese Herbal Medicine: Materia Medica, 3rd ed.
    2. 《中华人民共和国药典》.
    3. 《中华本草》.

Professional reference notice. Entries are scholarly references for licensed TCM practitioners and students — not medical advice, and not a recommendation to self-prescribe. Chinese herbal formulas should be used under the guidance of a qualified practitioner. Content is an original editorial compilation by Cura x Cura, cross-checked against the cited references.