Quick Facts
| Latin Name | Pinelliae Rhizoma (ginger-processed) |
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| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 薑半夏 · Jiang Ban Xia |
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| Medicinal Part | Roots and rhizomes |
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| Efficacy Category | Phlegm-resolving |
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| Botanical Origin | The processed tuber of Pinellia ternata (Thunb.) Breit. (Araceae). |
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| Nature & Flavour | Acrid; Warm; Toxic |
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| Channels Entered | Spleen, Stomach, Lung |
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What Is Jiang Ban Xia?
Jiang Ban Xia (Ginger-processed Pinellia Tuber) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in the Chinese provinces of Sichuan, Hubei, Henan, Anhui, Jiangsu, Guizhou.
Nature & Flavour: Acrid; Warm; Toxic
Channels Entered: Spleen, Stomach, Lung
Jiang Ban Xia: Materia Medica Profile
Identification & Quality Standard
Pinelliae Rhizoma (ginger-processed)
Botanical Origin
The processed tuber of Pinellia ternata (Thunb.) Breit. (Araceae).
Production Regions
Primarily produced in the Chinese provinces of Sichuan, Hubei, Henan, Anhui, Jiangsu, Guizhou.
Quality Requirements
Superior medicinal material is white, solid, powdery, ginger odor.
Macroscopic Features
Flat spherical, 1~1.5cm diameter. Externally brownish or tan; cut surface is yellowish-white or light brown, powdery or horny. Faint ginger odor, taste pungent, slightly astringent, numb.
Traditional TCM Properties
Acrid; Warm; ToxicSpleenStomachLung
Traditional Functions
Warms middle and resolves phlegm, descends rebellious qi and stops vomiting; ginger-processed form enhances vomiting-relieving action.
How Jiang Ban Xia Is Used in TCM
In the Chinese materia medica, Jiang Ban Xia is classified among the Phlegm-resolving 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.
