麩炒白朮 · Fu Chao Bai Zhu
Tonifying herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Traditional functions: Fortifies the spleen and boosts qi, dries dampness and promotes urination, stops sweating, calms the fetus.
| Latin Name | Atractylodis Macrocephalae Rhizoma |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 麩炒白朮 · Fu Chao Bai Zhu |
| Medicinal Part | Roots and rhizomes |
| Efficacy Category | Tonifying |
| Botanical Origin | The dried rhizome of Atractylodes macrocephala Koidz. (Asteraceae), stir-fried with bran. |
| Nature & Flavour | Bitter, Sweet; Warm |
| Channels Entered | Spleen, Stomach |
Fu Chao Bai Zhu (Bran-fried Atractylodes Rhizome) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in Zhejiang, Anhui, Hunan, Hubei.
Nature & Flavour: Bitter, Sweet; Warm
Channels Entered: Spleen, Stomach
Identification & Quality Standard
Atractylodis Macrocephalae Rhizoma
Botanical Origin
The dried rhizome of Atractylodes macrocephala Koidz. (Asteraceae), stir-fried with bran.
Production Regions
Primarily produced in Zhejiang, Anhui, Hunan, Hubei.
Quality Requirements
Superior is firm, yellow, fragrant.
Irregular厚片状, surface深黄色或棕褐色, with oil spots. After bran frying, surface is dark yellow, fragrant. Broken surface yellowish-white, with brown oil spots.
Bitter, Sweet; WarmSpleenStomach
Fortifies the spleen and boosts qi, dries dampness and promotes urination, stops sweating, calms the fetus.
In the Chinese materia medica, Fu Chao Bai Zhu 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.
