Quick Facts
| Latin Name | Patriniae Herba |
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| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 敗醬草 · Bai Jiang Cao |
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| Medicinal Part | Whole herbs |
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| Efficacy Category | Heat-clearing |
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| Botanical Origin | The dried whole herb of Patrinia scabiosaefolia Fisch. ex Trev. or Patrinia villosa Juss. (Valerianaceae). |
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| Nature & Flavour | Acrid, Bitter; Cool |
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| Channels Entered | Stomach, Large Intestine, Liver |
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What Is Bai Jiang Cao?
Bai Jiang Cao (Patrinia Herb) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in the Chinese provinces of Sichuan, Hebei, Henan, Shandong, Jiangxi, Fujian.
Nature & Flavour: Acrid, Bitter; Cool
Channels Entered: Stomach, Large Intestine, Liver
Bai Jiang Cao: Materia Medica Profile
Identification & Quality Standard
Patriniae Herba
Botanical Origin
The dried whole herb of Patrinia scabiosaefolia Fisch. ex Trev. or Patrinia villosa Juss. (Valerianaceae).
Production Regions
Primarily produced in the Chinese provinces of Sichuan, Hebei, Henan, Shandong, Jiangxi, Fujian.
Quality Requirements
Superior material is green, fragrant, and with roots.
Macroscopic Features
Root taproot-like, cylindrical; stem 50~100 cm long, cylindrical, surface yellowish-brown, with nodes; leaves opposite, mostly shrunken, pinnately divided; top has paniculate inflorescence, flowers small; texture brittle; distinctive rancid odor (soy-paste-like); bitter taste.
Traditional TCM Properties
Acrid, Bitter; CoolStomachLarge IntestineLiver
Traditional Functions
Clears heat and resolves toxin, dispels stasis and expels pus.
How Bai Jiang Cao Is Used in TCM
In the Chinese materia medica, Bai Jiang Cao is classified among the Heat-clearing 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.
