Loquat Leaf, Pí Pá Yè, 枇杷叶, Folium Eriobotrya japonica

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For: Cough • Nausea • Vomiting
Attributes: antitussive, antibiotic
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Constituents: 
Neiolidol, farnesol , amygdalin, ursolic acid, oleanolic acid , trans-nerolidol, trans-farnesol [18]

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Eriobotrya japonica is not in the USDA Plant Database.  Drill down via USDA Interactive Map:

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Category: Phlegm Cough + Wheezing  
English: Loquat Leaf    Pinyin:  Pi Pa Ye      Pharmaceutical: Folium Eriobotrya japonica  
Organs: Lung • Stomach      Temperature: Cool  
Taste: Bitter      Toxicity:   
Patterns: Lung Heat and Dryness, Stomach Rebellious Qi 
Actions:  Clear Lung heat • Direct rebellious Qi downward • Stop cough/transform phlegm
Key 2nd Actions: Stop Nausea/Vomit/Hiccup
Indications: Lung heat and cough • Nausea • Vomiting
Contraindications: cough from cold or nausea and vomiting from Stomach Cold.
Typical Dosage: 4.5g to 12g. Remove sharp hairs on leave before decocting.          Guidelines
Parts Used: Leaves 
Notes: Pi Pa Ye leaves have fine hair-like components that may irritate the throat if ingested. To prevent this irritation, the leaves should be scrubbed clean, or wrapped in cheesecloth, prior to decoction.
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PI PA YE/ ZHU RU: stomach heat vomiting[42]
Formulas with Pi Pa Ye
Chuan Bei Pi Pa Lu • Pi Pa Qing Fei Yin • Zhu Ru Tang

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Information in this post came from many sources, including class notes, practitioners, websites, webinars, books, magazines, and editor's personal experience.  While the original source often came from historical Chinese texts,  variations may result from the numerous English translations.   Always consult a doctor prior to using these drugs.  The information here is strictly for educational purposes. 

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