Quick Facts
| Latin Name | Ginkgo Semen (peeled) |
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| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 白果仁 · Bai Guo Ren |
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| Medicinal Part | Fruits and seeds |
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| Efficacy Category | Phlegm-resolving |
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| Botanical Origin | The dried ripe seed (kernel) of Ginkgo biloba L. (Ginkgoaceae). |
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| Nature & Flavour | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent; Neutral; Toxic |
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| Channels Entered | Lung, Kidney |
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What Is Bai Guo Ren?
Bai Guo Ren (Ginkgo Nut (Kernel)) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in the Chinese provinces of Guangxi, Sichuan, Henan, Shandong, Hubei.
Nature & Flavour: Sweet, Bitter, Astringent; Neutral; Toxic
Channels Entered: Lung, Kidney
Bai Guo Ren: Materia Medica Profile
Identification & Quality Standard
Ginkgo Semen (peeled)
Botanical Origin
The dried ripe seed (kernel) of Ginkgo biloba L. (Ginkgoaceae).
Production Regions
Primarily produced in the Chinese provinces of Guangxi, Sichuan, Henan, Shandong, Hubei.
Quality Requirements
Superior medicinal material is full, white, starchy, sound.
Macroscopic Features
Oval or oblong, 1.5~2cm long, 1~1.5cm diameter. Seed coat removed; kernel is milky-white or light yellow. Hard; cross section is gelatinous, outer layer yellow, inner layer pale yellow, starchy, with small hollow at center. Faint odor, taste sweet, slightly bitter.
Traditional TCM Properties
Sweet, Bitter, Astringent; Neutral; ToxicLungKidney
Traditional Functions
Astringes lung and calms panting, stops leucorrhea and reduces urination.
How Bai Guo Ren Is Used in TCM
In the Chinese materia medica, Bai Guo Ren is classified among the Phlegm-resolving herbs.
Medical Disclaimer — This article is provided for educational purposes only and describes traditional Chinese medicine concepts. It is not medical advice, and it is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Always consult a qualified practitioner before using any herb, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication or managing a diagnosed condition.
