Ju Hong - 橘红 - Exocarpium Citri Rubrum - Outermost Red Tangerine Peel

Properties: Pungent, bitter, warm

Meridans Entered:
Primary: Lung and Spleen

Traditional Actions/Indications:

Regulates Qi, adjusts the Middle and relieves the diaphragm
Spleen/Stomach Qi Stagnation with epigastric or abdominal distention, fullness, bloating, belching, nausea and vomiting
Dries Dampness and transforms Phlegm
Phlegm-Damp Obstructs the Lung with coughing, a stifling sensation in the chest and/or diaphragm and copious, viscous sputum
Turbid Damp Obstructs the Middle with a stifling sensation in the chest, abdominal distention, anorexia, fatigue, loose stools and a thick, greasy tongue coat
Helps prevent Stagnation from tonic herbs
Tonic herbs causing Stagnation
Descends Qi
Qi Rebellion

Suggested Daily Dosage: 3-9g in decoction.

Cautions: It is contraindicated for yin deficiency with dry cough and qi deficiency.

Notable Constituents:

Ascorbic Acid
Vitamin C is a potent reducing and antioxidant agent with functions in fighting bacterial infections, detoxifying reactions, iron absorption and the formation of collagen in fibrous tissue, teeth, bones, connective tissue, skin, and capillaries. It cannot be produced or stored by humans and must be obtained in the diet.
Hesperidin
Glycoside form of hesperetin found in citrus fruits that is most commonly used for blood vessel conditions such as hemorrhoids, varicose veins, and poor circulation. Hesperetin also functions as an antioxidant and an antineoplastic agent

Individual Herbs Notebook