Quick Facts
| Latin Name | Arachidis Testa |
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| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 花生衣 · Hua Sheng Yi |
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| Medicinal Part | Fruits and seeds |
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| Efficacy Category | Hemostatic |
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| Botanical Origin | The dried seed coat of Arachis hypogaea L. (Fabaceae). |
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| Nature & Flavour | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent; Neutral |
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| Channels Entered | Spleen, Liver, Lung |
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What Is Hua Sheng Yi?
Hua Sheng Yi (Peanut Skin (Seed Coat)) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Produced in most areas of China, especially Shandong, Henan, Hebei, Jiangsu, Anhui, Liaoning.
Nature & Flavour: Sweet, Bitter, Astringent; Neutral
Channels Entered: Spleen, Liver, Lung
Hua Sheng Yi: Materia Medica Profile
Identification & Quality Standard
Arachidis Testa
Botanical Origin
The dried seed coat of Arachis hypogaea L. (Fabaceae).
Production Regions
Produced in most areas of China, especially Shandong, Henan, Hebei, Jiangsu, Anhui, Liaoning.
Quality Requirements
Superior medicinal material is large, reddish-brown, thick, astringent.
Macroscopic Features
Irregular sheets or fragments, often curled, 1~3cm size. Externally reddish-brown or brownish-red, with fine longitudinal striations; inner surface is pale brown, smooth. Light, brittle. Faint odor, taste astringent.
Traditional TCM Properties
Sweet, Bitter, Astringent; NeutralSpleenLiverLung
Traditional Functions
Cools blood and stops bleeding, disperses stasis.
How Hua Sheng Yi Is Used in TCM
In the Chinese materia medica, Hua Sheng Yi is classified among the Hemostatic 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.
