煅牡蠣 · Duan Mu Li
Mind-calming herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Traditional functions: Astringes and secures, neutralizes acid and relieves pain.
| Latin Name | Ostrea Concha |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 煅牡蠣 · Duan Mu Li |
| Medicinal Part | Zoological substances |
| Efficacy Category | Mind-calming |
| Botanical Origin | The shell of Ostrea gigas Thunberg or Ostrea talienwhanensis Crosse (Ostreidae), calcined. |
| Nature & Flavour | Salty; Slightly cold |
| Channels Entered | Liver, Gallbladder, Kidney |
Duan Mu Li (Calcined Oyster Shell) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in coastal areas: Guangdong, Fujian, Zhejiang, Shandong, Liaoning.
Nature & Flavour: Salty; Slightly cold
Channels Entered: Liver, Gallbladder, Kidney
Identification & Quality Standard
Ostrea Concha
Botanical Origin
The shell of Ostrea gigas Thunberg or Ostrea talienwhanensis Crosse (Ostreidae), calcined.
Production Regions
Primarily produced in coastal areas: Guangdong, Fujian, Zhejiang, Shandong, Liaoning.
Quality Requirements
Superior is heavy, clean, grayish-white.
Irregular pieces. After calcination, surface is grayish-white, brittle, porous. Faint odor, salty taste.
Salty; Slightly coldLiverGallbladderKidney
Astringes and secures, neutralizes acid and relieves pain.
In the Chinese materia medica, Duan Mu Li is classified among the Mind-calming 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.
