Cereus
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Cereus in TCM:

Explore the properties of Cereus according to Chinese
Nutrition and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM):



Temperature: cool

Channels: HT, PC, Uterus

Flavors: sweet, bitter
Tonifies: qi, yang

Special Properties:
circulates qi


In terms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Cereus is known for its ability to tonify qi and tonify yang. It also helps to regulate qi circulation.

In general the ancient Chinese medical texts cite that it enters the heart, pericardium, and uterus. The flavor of Cereus is sweet and bitter, and it is considered to be cool in temperature.