醋鱉甲 · Cu Bie Jia
Tonifying herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Traditional functions: Nourishes yin and subdues yang, clears deficient heat and removes steaming bone, softens hardness and dissipates nodules.
| Latin Name | Trionycis Carapax |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 醋鱉甲 · Cu Bie Jia |
| Medicinal Part | Zoological substances |
| Efficacy Category | Tonifying |
| Botanical Origin | The dried carapace of Trionyx sinensis Wiegmann (Trionychidae), processed with vinegar. |
| Nature & Flavour | Salty; Slightly cold |
| Channels Entered | Liver, Kidney |
Cu Bie Jia (Vinegar-processed Turtle Shell) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in Hubei, Anhui, Jiangxi, Jiangsu, Henan.
Nature & Flavour: Salty; Slightly cold
Channels Entered: Liver, Kidney
Identification & Quality Standard
Trionycis Carapax
Botanical Origin
The dried carapace of Trionyx sinensis Wiegmann (Trionychidae), processed with vinegar.
Production Regions
Primarily produced in Hubei, Anhui, Jiangxi, Jiangsu, Henan.
Quality Requirements
Superior is thick, complete, clean.
Oval or oval-shaped bone pieces, 10~20cm long, 8~12cm wide. After vinegar processing, surface is yellowish, crisp, vinegar aroma.
Salty; Slightly coldLiverKidney
Nourishes yin and subdues yang, clears deficient heat and removes steaming bone, softens hardness and dissipates nodules.
In the Chinese materia medica, Cu Bie Jia is classified among the Tonifying 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.
