Quick Facts
| Latin Name | Scutellariae Radix (stir-fried) |
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| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 炒黃芩 · Chao Huang Qin |
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| Medicinal Part | Roots and rhizomes |
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| Efficacy Category | Heat-clearing |
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| Botanical Origin | The dried root of Scutellaria baicalensis Georgi (Lamiaceae). |
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| Nature & Flavour | Bitter; Cold |
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| Channels Entered | Lung, Gallbladder, Spleen, Large Intestine, Small Intestine |
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What Is Chao Huang Qin?
Chao Huang Qin (Stir-fried Baikal Skullcap Root) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in the Chinese provinces of Hebei, Shanxi, Inner Mongolia, Shandong, Shaanxi.
Nature & Flavour: Bitter; Cold
Channels Entered: Lung, Gallbladder, Spleen, Large Intestine, Small Intestine
Chao Huang Qin: Materia Medica Profile
Identification & Quality Standard
Scutellariae Radix (stir-fried)
Botanical Origin
The dried root of Scutellaria baicalensis Georgi (Lamiaceae).
Production Regions
Primarily produced in the Chinese provinces of Hebei, Shanxi, Inner Mongolia, Shandong, Shaanxi.
Quality Requirements
Superior medicinal material is yellow, solid, bitter, with slight scorched spots.
Macroscopic Features
Irregular slices; surface is dark yellow or brownish-yellow, cut surface is deeper yellow than raw, often with slight scorched spots. Faint odor, bitter taste.
Traditional TCM Properties
Bitter; ColdLungGallbladderSpleenLarge IntestineSmall Intestine
Traditional Functions
Clears heat and dries dampness, purges fire and resolves toxin; stir-fried form moderates coldness.
How Chao Huang Qin Is Used in TCM
In the Chinese materia medica, Chao Huang Qin 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.
