炒麥芽 · Chao Mai Ya
Digestant herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Traditional functions: Moves qi and promotes digestion, fortifies the spleen and stimulates appetite, returns milk and reduces distension.
| Latin Name | Hordei Fructus Germinatus |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 炒麥芽 · Chao Mai Ya |
| Medicinal Part | Fruits and seeds |
| Efficacy Category | Digestant |
| Botanical Origin | The dried germinated fruit of Hordeum vulgare L. (Poaceae), stir-fried. |
| Nature & Flavour | Sweet; Neutral |
| Channels Entered | Spleen, Stomach |
Chao Mai Ya (Stir-fried Barley Sprout) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Produced nationwide.
Nature & Flavour: Sweet; Neutral
Channels Entered: Spleen, Stomach
Identification & Quality Standard
Hordei Fructus Germinatus
Botanical Origin
The dried germinated fruit of Hordeum vulgare L. (Poaceae), stir-fried.
Production Regions
Produced nationwide.
Quality Requirements
Superior is yellowish, full, with sprouts.
梭形, 8~12mm long. After stir-frying, surface is brown, with residual细须. Fragrant, slightly sweet.
Sweet; NeutralSpleenStomach
Moves qi and promotes digestion, fortifies the spleen and stimulates appetite, returns milk and reduces distension.
In the Chinese materia medica, Chao Mai Ya 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.
