Phaseolus calcaratus (Chixiaodou), also known as Adzuki Bean
Chixiaodou (Phaseolus calcaratus): the mature seed of Phaseolus calcaratus Roxb., a plant in the Fabaceae family. **Flavor and Nature:** Sweet and sour, neutral. **Meridian Tropism:** Heart Meridian (HT), Small Intestine Meridian (SI). **Actions and Indications:** Promotes urination to reduce edema, detoxifies and expels pus. It belongs to the subcategory of herbs that promote urination and … Read more