Quick Facts
| Latin Name | Sargentodexae Caulis |
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| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 大血藤 · Da Xue Teng |
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| Medicinal Part | Stems and woods |
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| Efficacy Category | Blood-activating |
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| Botanical Origin | The dried vine of Sargentodoxa cuneata (Oliv.) Rehd. et Wils.(Lardizabalaceae). |
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| Nature & Flavour | Bitter; Neutral |
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| Channels Entered | Large Intestine, Liver |
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What Is Da Xue Teng?
Da Xue Teng (Sargenrgloryvine) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in the Chinese provinces of Hubei, Sichuan, Jiangxi, Henan.
Nature & Flavour: Bitter; Neutral
Channels Entered: Large Intestine, Liver
Da Xue Teng: Materia Medica Profile
Identification & Quality Standard
Sargentodexae Caulis
Botanical Origin
The dried vine of Sargentodoxa cuneata (Oliv.) Rehd. et Wils.(Lardizabalaceae).
Production Regions
Primarily produced in the Chinese provinces of Hubei, Sichuan, Jiangxi, Henan.
Quality Requirements
Superior medicinal material has even pieces and thick stems.
Macroscopic Features
Stem is cylindrical, slightly curved, often cut into 30cm segments, 1~3cm diameter. Externally brown or grayish-brown, rough, with shallow longitudinal grooves and obvious horizontal cracks, sometimes with enlarged nodes and slightly indented scars of twig and leaf stem; cork often scaly and falls off, leaving an obvious dark red color where it falls off. Firm and pliable texture, flexible, fractured surface is splintery; smooth transverse section, xylem is yellowish-white, ducts are thin holes, rays are brownish-red and radially arranged. Distinctive aromatic odor; tasteless and slightly astringent taste.
Traditional TCM Properties
Bitter; NeutralLarge IntestineLiver
Traditional Functions
Clears heat and resolves toxin, invigorates blood, dispels wind and relieves pain.
How Da Xue Teng Is Used in TCM
In the Chinese materia medica, Da Xue Teng 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.
