Alternative names of perilla: perilla, black perilla.

Meridian distribution of nature and flavor: slightly warm in nature, pungent in taste, and returns to the large intestine and lung meridian.

Usage and dosage: The general dosage is 5 to 10 grams. It can be decoctioned, taken as pills, or powdered.

Efficacy: Perilla seeds have the effects of lowering qi and resolving phlegm, relieving cough and asthma, and moisturizing the intestines and laxative. It can be used to treat intestinal dryness and constipation, asthma and constipation, cold and cold, cough and asthma, pregnancy vomiting, and fetal dysphoria. Perilla seeds smooth the intestines and consume qi, so it should not be used by those with spleen deficiency, thin stools, diarrhea, and qi deficiency.

Treatment formula

1. To treat asthma, cough, dyspepsia and phlegm: Perilla seeds, white mustard seeds, and radish seeds are divided into equal portions. Stir-fry the above 3 flavors lightly and smash into pieces. Each dose is no more than 9 grams, decocted and boiled into soup. If the stool is solid, add a little cooked honey before taking it; if it is cold in winter, add 3 slices of ginger. (From "Hanshi Yitong" Sanzi Yangqin Decoction)

2. Treat wind, heat and cold: 10 grams each of perilla seed and schizonepeta, 30 grams each of Daqingye, Sijiqing and Commelina gram. Decoct in water, remove residue, extract juice, and drink warmly. People with Yin deficiency, asthma and cough should take it with caution.