Long Yan Rou-Longan Fleshy Seed Cover-Arillus Longanae

Long Yan Rou, known as Longan Aril or Longan fruit flesh, is a sweet and warm tonic herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) used to nourish Blood, tonify the Heart and Spleen, and calm the Shen (spirit). It is commonly prescribed for conditions such as insomnia, palpitations, poor memory, and fatigue due to Blood and Qi deficiency. With its rich, sweet taste, Long Yan Rou is both a healing food and a medicinal herb, often featured in tonic soups and herbal teas.
Functions & Benefits
Tonifies the Heart and SpleenImproves fatigue, poor appetite, and palpitations caused by deficiency in Spleen and Heart Qi.
Nourishes Blood and Calms the ShenUsed for insomnia, anxiety, forgetfulness, and restlessness, especially from Heart Blood deficiency.
Supports Memory and Mental ClarityHelps strengthen mental focus, memory, and emotional balance by enriching Blood and calming the mind.
Boosts Energy and VitalityIdeal for those recovering from illness, emotional stress, or overwork, especially when accompanied by fatigue.
IndicationsIndividuals experiencing poor sleep, vivid dreams, or emotional instabilityPeople suffering from palpitations, fatigue, and weak memoryPatients recovering from chronic illness, blood loss, or emotional burnoutThose with Spleen and Heart Qi or Blood deficiency symptoms
Tongue & Pulse Diagnosis in TCMTongue: Pale with thin white coating (indicating Blood or Qi deficiency)Pulse: Weak or thin (suggesting Spleen and Heart deficiency)
Common TCM Patterns Treated by Long Yan RouHeart Blood Deficiency – Insomnia, forgetfulness, anxiety, palpitationsSpleen Qi and Blood Deficiency – Fatigue, poor appetite, pale complexionPost-illness or Postpartum Deficiency – Weakness, low mood, sleep disturbances
Precautions & ContraindicationsNot suitable for individuals with phlegm-dampness or internal heat.Avoid in cases of excessive fire or heat signs, such as irritability and dryness.Use with caution in diabetic individuals or those with damp-heat symptoms.
ConclusionLong Yan Rou is a gentle and nourishing tonic in TCM, prized for its ability to calm the mind, tonify Qi and Blood, and support restful sleep and mental clarity. Its sweet taste and restoring nature make it ideal for insomnia, fatigue, memory issues, and emotional imbalance, especially in those weakened by overwork or deficiency.