醋延胡索 · Cu Yan Hu Suo
Blood-activating herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Traditional functions: Invigorates blood and moves qi, relieves pain.
| Latin Name | Corydalis Rhizoma |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 醋延胡索 · Cu Yan Hu Suo |
| Medicinal Part | Roots and rhizomes |
| Efficacy Category | Blood-activating |
| Botanical Origin | The processed tuber of Corydalis turtschaninovii Bess. (Papaveraceae). |
| Nature & Flavour | Acrid, Bitter; Warm |
| Channels Entered | Liver, Spleen |
Cu Yan Hu Suo (Vinegar-processed Corydalis Tuber) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in Zhejiang province.
Nature & Flavour: Acrid, Bitter; Warm
Channels Entered: Liver, Spleen
Identification & Quality Standard
Corydalis Rhizoma
Botanical Origin
The processed tuber of Corydalis turtschaninovii Bess. (Papaveraceae).
Production Regions
Primarily produced in Zhejiang province.
Quality Requirements
Superior is yellow, hard, crispy in texture.
Irregular扁球形, 0.5~1.5cm diameter. Externally yellow-brown, with fine wrinkles and stem scar at top. Hard质, broken surface yellow. Vinegar aroma.
Acrid, Bitter; WarmLiverSpleen
Invigorates blood and moves qi, relieves pain.
In the Chinese materia medica, Cu Yan Hu Suo 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.
