Asiatic Cornelian Cherry Fruit
A sour, warming fruit that tonifies the Liver and Kidney and secures the body's essence — a classic remedy for a weak lower back, dizziness, night sweats, and depleted vitality.
What Is Asiatic Cornelian Cherry Fruit?
Asiatic Cornelian Cherry Fruit (山茱萸), known as Shan Zhu Yu, is the dried ripe flesh of Cornus officinalis. Sour and astringent with a slightly warm nature, it both tonifies and secures — nourishing the Liver and Kidney while holding in the body's precious essence, fluids, and Qi.
It is a key herb for Liver and Kidney deficiency: soreness and weakness of the lower back and knees, dizziness, tinnitus, night sweats, frequent urination, and excessive menstrual bleeding. It famously anchors the classic formula Liu Wei Di Huang Wan, and in severe collapse with profuse sweating it is prized for its strong essence-securing action.
History & Origin
Shan Zhu Yu has been used for over two thousand years to consolidate essence and tonify the Liver and Kidney.
Traditional Uses
Tonifies Liver & Kidney
Nourishes Liver blood and Kidney essence to ease a sore, weak lower back and knees, dizziness, and tinnitus.
Secures Essence
Astringes and holds Kidney essence, helping with spermatorrhea, frequent urination, and involuntary loss of fluids.
Stops Excessive Sweating
Consolidates the exterior to reduce night sweats and spontaneous sweating, even in cases of collapse.
Stabilises Menstruation
Restrains excessive uterine bleeding and heavy, prolonged menstruation from deficiency.
Anchors Tonic Formulas
The essential astringent partner in Liver-Kidney tonics such as Liu Wei Di Huang Wan.
Supports Vitality
Replenishes depleted essence to support stamina, warmth, and healthy ageing.
Health Benefits
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Back & Knee SupportNourishes the Liver and Kidney to ease a weak, sore lower back and knees.
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Secures FluidsHelps curb night sweats, frequent urination, and other involuntary losses.
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Menstrual SupportHelps stabilise heavy or prolonged bleeding from deficiency.
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Restores VitalityReplenishes essence to support energy, warmth, and healthy ageing.
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Studied IridoidsLoganin and morroniside show antioxidant activity in modern research.
Soups Featuring Asiatic Cornelian Cherry Fruit
Asiatic Cornelian Cherry Fruit is a key ingredient in these Food Art no-cook herbal soups, thoughtfully formulated to provide its nourishing qualities in a convenient, ready-to-brew format.
The information provided on this page is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional before using any herbal products.
