Gouqizi

枸杞子

Lycium barbarum L.

History of Use First appeared in Divine Husbandman's Classic of the Materia Medica.

Modern Use An aqueous extract of Frustus Lycii has been found to enhance non-specific immunity and relieve liver damage in mice. It also contains carotene which is important for good eyesight.

Traditional Use Gouqizi is a sweet, neutral herb that enters the liver, kidneys and lungs. In English it is known as Wolfberry. It is used for nourishing and tonifying the liver and kidneys, benefiting the essence, brightening the eyes, enriching the yin, nourishing blood and moistening the lungs.

Origin and Sources From the fruit of Lycium barbarum L., family Solanaceae.