焦梔子 · Jiao Zhi Zi
Heat-clearing herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Traditional functions: Cools blood and stops bleeding.
| Latin Name | Gardeniae Fructus |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 焦梔子 · Jiao Zhi Zi |
| Medicinal Part | Fruits and seeds |
| Efficacy Category | Heat-clearing |
| Botanical Origin | The dried ripe fruit of Gardenia jasminoides Ellis (Rubiaceae), scorched. |
| Nature & Flavour | Bitter; Cold |
| Channels Entered | Heart, Lung, Triple Energizer |
Jiao Zhi Zi (Scorched Cape Jasmine Fruit) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in Henan, Anhui, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Jiangxi, Hunan.
Nature & Flavour: Bitter; Cold
Channels Entered: Heart, Lung, Triple Energizer
Identification & Quality Standard
Gardeniae Fructus
Botanical Origin
The dried ripe fruit of Gardenia jasminoides Ellis (Rubiaceae), scorched.
Production Regions
Primarily produced in Henan, Anhui, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Jiangxi, Hunan.
Quality Requirements
Superior is small, thin-skinned, burnt evenly.
Ovoid or elliptical, 1.5~3.5cm long, 1~1.5cm diameter. Surface burnt black inside brown. Broken surface dark brown. Faint burnt aroma.
Bitter; ColdHeartLungTriple Energizer
Cools blood and stops bleeding.
In the Chinese materia medica, Jiao Zhi Zi is classified among the Heat-clearing 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.
