Quick Facts
| Latin Name | Cudraniae Radix |
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| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 穿破石 · Chuan Po Shi |
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| Medicinal Part | Roots and rhizomes |
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| Efficacy Category | Wind-damp dispelling |
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| Botanical Origin | The dried root of Cudrania cochinchinensis (Lour.) Kudo et Masam. (Moraceae). |
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| Nature & Flavour | Bitter; Cool |
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| Channels Entered | Heart, Liver |
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What Is Chuan Po Shi?
Chuan Po Shi (Cochinchinese Cudrania Root) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in areas south of the Yangtze River, especially Guangdong, Guangxi, Fujian, Yunnan.
Nature & Flavour: Bitter; Cool
Channels Entered: Heart, Liver
Chuan Po Shi: Materia Medica Profile
Identification & Quality Standard
Cudraniae Radix
Botanical Origin
The dried root of Cudrania cochinchinensis (Lour.) Kudo et Masam. (Moraceae).
Production Regions
Primarily produced in areas south of the Yangtze River, especially Guangdong, Guangxi, Fujian, Yunnan.
Quality Requirements
Superior medicinal material is thick, yellowish, and solid.
Macroscopic Features
Cylindrical or irregular, 15~30cm long, 1.5~3cm diameter. Externally yellowish-brown or orange-brown, with longitudinal wrinkles and lenticels; often with residual branch roots. Hard, fractured surface is yellowish-white, with fibrous texture. Faint odor, taste slightly bitter.
Traditional TCM Properties
Bitter; CoolHeartLiver
Traditional Functions
Expels wind and unblocks collaterals, clears heat and resolves dampness, resolves toxin and reduces swelling.
How Chuan Po Shi Is Used in TCM
In the Chinese materia medica, Chuan Po Shi is classified among the Wind-damp dispelling 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.
