Shi Liu Pi

Latin name: Punicae Granati, Pericarpium

Shi Liu Pi Also Known As: Pomegranate Husk, Pomegranate Skin, Granada, Grenadier, Shi Liu Gen Pi, Shi Liu Pi. Punica granatum.

Properties: SOUR, ASTRINGENT - WARM - TOXIC

Dosage: 3-9g.

Meridians/Channels: KIDNEY, LARGE INTESTINE, STOMACH

• binds intestines -diarrhea/dysentery due to deficiency conditions -rectal prolapse
• stabilize kidney, retain essence -spermatorrhea, uterine bleed, leucorrhea
• parasites - expels tapeworm, roundworm, ringworm

Also Used For: Orally, Shi Liu Pi is used for tapeworm infestations and opportunistic intestinal worms. It is also used as an astringent, for diarrhea and dysentery, and as an abortive. Topically, pomegranate is used as a gargle for sore throat and to treat hemorrhoids.