Zhizi, Fructus Gardeniae

Zhizi, Fructus Gardeniae Gardeniae Frutus is the dried ripe fruit of Gardenia jasminoides Ellis, family Rubiaceae.

Gardeniae Fructus has anti-pyretic, sedative, analygesic, and anti-flammatory activities. Effect on gastro-intestinal system of Gardeniae Fructus are hepato-protective. pancreas protective and cholagogue activities, influencing on intestinal smooth muscle contraction and anti-ulcer. It can inhibit and kill pathogenic microorganisms. It also has anti-cerebral hemorrhage and anti-hypertensive activities. Bitter in flavor and cold in nature. Enter the heart, lung and sanjiao channels. Purge fire to relieve vexation. clear heat and drain damp, cool the blood, and resolve toxin. External use for relieve pain and swelling.