Quick Facts
| Latin Name | Microcis Folium |
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| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 布渣葉 · Bu Zha Ye |
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| Medicinal Part | Leaves |
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| Efficacy Category | Digestant |
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| Botanical Origin | The dried leaf of Microcos paniculata L. (Malvaceae). |
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| Nature & Flavour | Sour; Cool |
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| Channels Entered | Spleen, Stomach |
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What Is Bu Zha Ye?
Bu Zha Ye (Panicled Microcos Leaf) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in the Chinese provinces of Guangdong, Guangxi, Yunnan.
Nature & Flavour: Sour; Cool
Channels Entered: Spleen, Stomach
Bu Zha Ye: Materia Medica Profile
Identification & Quality Standard
Microcis Folium
Botanical Origin
The dried leaf of Microcos paniculata L. (Malvaceae).
Production Regions
Primarily produced in the Chinese provinces of Guangdong, Guangxi, Yunnan.
Quality Requirements
Superior medicinal material is large, grayish-green, intact.
Macroscopic Features
Oval or oblong-ovate, 8~20cm long, 4~10cm wide. Externally grayish-green or yellowish-brown, apex acute, base rounded, margin with fine serrations; lateral veins 7~9 pairs, prominent below. Petiole 1~2cm. Thin and brittle. Faint odor, taste slightly sour.
Traditional TCM Properties
Sour; CoolSpleenStomach
Traditional Functions
Disperses food stagnation, clears heat and drains dampness.
How Bu Zha Ye Is Used in TCM
In the Chinese materia medica, Bu Zha Ye is classified among the Digestant 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.
