浮萍 · Fu Ping
Exterior-releasing herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Traditional functions: Disperses wind-heat, promotes measles eruption, promotes urination.
| Latin Name | Spirodelae Herba |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 浮萍 · Fu Ping |
| Medicinal Part | Whole herbs |
| Efficacy Category | Exterior-releasing |
| Botanical Origin | The dried whole herb of Spirodela polyrhiza (L.) Schleid. (Lemnaceae). |
| Nature & Flavour | Acrid; Cold |
| Channels Entered | Lung |
Fu Ping (Common Duckweed) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Produced nationwide, more in Hubei, Jiangsu.
Nature & Flavour: Acrid; Cold
Channels Entered: Lung
Identification & Quality Standard
Spirodelae Herba
Botanical Origin
The dried whole herb of Spirodela polyrhiza (L.) Schleid. (Lemnaceae).
Production Regions
Produced nationwide, more in Hubei, Jiangsu.
Quality Requirements
Superior is green, purple on underside, clean.
Flat suborbicular, 2~5mm diameter. Upper surface gray-green, with several radiating veins; lower surface purple-green, with 5~11 fine roots. Light texture.
Acrid; ColdLung
Disperses wind-heat, promotes measles eruption, promotes urination.
In the Chinese materia medica, Fu Ping is classified among the Exterior-releasing 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.
