Choerospondias Fruit — Classic Formulas
Guang Zao · Fructus Choerospondiatis
Primary Actions
- Regulates qi and activates blood - Guang Zao is used for chest discomfort, qi stagnation, blood stasis, and shortness of breath patterns that affect the Heart region.
- Nourishes the Heart and calms the spirit - traditional indications include palpitations, restlessness, unease, and mild insomnia linked to disturbed Heart qi.
- Supports regional cardiovascular practice - Tibetan and Mongolian medicine use Guang Zao prominently in heart and circulation formulas.
Classic Formulas
- Guan Xin Shu Tong capsule - modern Mongolian-derived cardiovascular formula pairing Guang Zao with Dan Shen, Ding Xiang, Tian Zhu Huang, and Bing Pian for coronary heart disease patterns with blood stasis.
- Tibetan and Mongolian tranquility lineages - regional formulas use Guang Zao with calming Heart medicinals for palpitations, chest oppression, and restlessness.
Classical Text References
- TCM Wiki describes Guang Zao as sweet, sour, and neutral, used to regulate qi and activate blood, nourish the Heart, and induce tranquilization.
- Modern review literature traces Guang Zao to early Tibetan medical texts and emphasizes its enduring regional use for cardiovascular disorders.