Quick Facts
| Latin Name | Leonuri Fructus |
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| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 茺蔚子 · Chong Wei Zi |
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| Medicinal Part | Fruits and seeds |
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| Efficacy Category | Blood-activating |
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| Botanical Origin | The dried mature fruit of Leonurus japonicas Houtt. (Lamiaceae). |
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| Nature & Flavour | Acrid, Bitter; Slightly cold |
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| Channels Entered | Pericardium, Liver |
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What Is Chong Wei Zi?
Chong Wei Zi (Common Motherwort Fruit) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Produced in areas all around China.
Nature & Flavour: Acrid, Bitter; Slightly cold
Channels Entered: Pericardium, Liver
Chong Wei Zi: Materia Medica Profile
Identification & Quality Standard
Leonuri Fructus
Botanical Origin
The dried mature fruit of Leonurus japonicas Houtt. (Lamiaceae).
Production Regions
Produced in areas all around China.
Quality Requirements
Superior medicinal material is large and full.
Macroscopic Features
Prism-shaped, 2~3mm long, 1.5mm wide. Externally grayish-brown, with deep-colored spots. One end is slightly wide, flat; other end gradually narrows to blunt tip. Fruit skin is thin; cotyledons are off-white and oily. faint odor; bitter taste.
Traditional TCM Properties
Acrid, Bitter; Slightly coldPericardiumLiver
Traditional Functions
Invigorates blood and regulates menstruation, clears liver and brightens the eyes.
How Chong Wei Zi Is Used in TCM
In the Chinese materia medica, Chong Wei Zi is classified among the Blood-activating 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.
