Parts Used
Stem Bark, Fruit, Leaves, Flowers,Seed, Wood, Root Bark
Side Effects, Risk Factors of, and Cautions for Chuan Lian Zi
Overdoses can cause Liver Toxicity.
Avoid use during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding.
Do not consume it if you suffering with Spleen and Stomach Diseases due to Cold.
High doses of China Berry may also cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dyspnea, palpitations and arrhythmia.
Description
China Berry is a tall tree.
It is deciduous.
It grows in a subtropical climate.
It grows up to 15 M.
Best used for Intestinal Worms.
In TCM :
Chinaberry Fruit : Jin Ling Zi
Bark of Chinaberry Tree : Ku Lian Pi
Meridians Associated : Spleen, Stomach and Liver.
Cancer Treatment : Useful in treating Abdominal Cancer and Gastrointestinal Cancer.
Note
Melia Toosendan is a related species and can be cosidered as the source of Ku Lian Pi.
Cancer Treatments : Useful in treating Abdominal Cancer and Cancer of Gastrointestinal Tract.