側柏炭 · Ce Bai Tan
Hemostatic herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Traditional functions: Astringes and stops bleeding.
| Latin Name | Platycladi Cacumen |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 側柏炭 · Ce Bai Tan |
| Medicinal Part | Leaves |
| Efficacy Category | Hemostatic |
| Botanical Origin | The dried leafy twig of Platycladus orientalis (L.) Franco (Cupressaceae), carbonized. |
| Nature & Flavour | Bitter, Astringent; Cold |
| Channels Entered | Lung, Liver, Spleen |
Ce Bai Tan (Carbonized Arborvitae Twig) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Produced nationwide, more in Shandong, Henan.
Nature & Flavour: Bitter, Astringent; Cold
Channels Entered: Lung, Liver, Spleen
Identification & Quality Standard
Platycladi Cacumen
Botanical Origin
The dried leafy twig of Platycladus orientalis (L.) Franco (Cupressaceae), carbonized.
Production Regions
Produced nationwide, more in Shandong, Henan.
Quality Requirements
Superior is green, leafy, carbonized evenly.
Branchlets and scale leaves clustered. After carbonization, surface is焦褐色, internal焦黄色, brittle. Burnt aroma.
Bitter, Astringent; ColdLungLiverSpleen
Astringes and stops bleeding.
In the Chinese materia medica, Ce Bai Tan is classified among the Hemostatic 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.
