Cercis siliquastrum vs Citrus Peel TCM

A Mediterranean ornamental tree with acidic flowers and bark used in folk medicine for digestive and astringent properties.

The aged dried peel of tangerine, a fundamental TCM herb for regulating Qi, drying dampness, and transforming phlegm. Aged peels (over 10 years) are most prized and most expensive.

tannins, flavonoids, anthocyanins

hesperidin, tangeretin, nobiletin, d-limonene

Astringent use, Digestive tonic, Diarrhea remedy

Regulate qi and relieve stagnation, Dry dampness and transform phlegm, Treat digestive distension, Harmonize middle burner formulas

Antioxidant activity, Anti-inflammatory research

Carminative, Expectorant, Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant

2g dried bark or flowers as tea

3-9g dried aged peel decoction or 300-500mg extract daily

Pregnancy caution

Qi deficiency without stagnation, Dry cough without phlegm

Mild reactions

GI upset, Dryness if overused