粳米 · Jing Mi
Tonifying herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Traditional functions: Fortifies the spleen and stomach, generates fluids, and harmonizes the middle.
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| Latin Name | Oryza Sativa |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 粳米 · Jing Mi |
| Medicinal Part | Fruits and seeds |
| Efficacy Category | Tonifying |
| Botanical Origin | The polished ripe caryopsis of Oryza sativa L. (Poaceae). |
| Nature & Flavour | Sweet; Neutral |
| Channels Entered | Spleen, Stomach |
Jing Mi (Non-glutinous Rice) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Produced throughout China; quality rice from Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Northeast China and Sichuan.
Nature & Flavour: Sweet; Neutral
Channels Entered: Spleen, Stomach
Identification & Quality Standard
Oryza Sativa
Botanical Origin
The polished ripe caryopsis of Oryza sativa L. (Poaceae).
Production Regions
Produced throughout China; quality rice from Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Northeast China and Sichuan.
Quality Requirements
Superior material is full, white, fragrant, and free of yellowed or insect-damaged grains.
Elliptical polished grains, white to translucent; hard; bland and slightly sweet.
Sweet; NeutralSpleenStomach
Fortifies the spleen and stomach, generates fluids, and harmonizes the middle. Apply to spleen-stomach deficiency, thirst, and as an adjunct to nourish the stomach in heat-clearing formulas.
In the Chinese materia medica, Jing Mi is classified among the Tonifying herbs. It appears in 6 classical formulas in our library.
Formulas containing Jing Mi are traditionally used for:
FeverDry Mouth & ThroatSpontaneous SweatingCoughDry CoughNauseaPoor AppetiteFatigue & Low Energy
Hoi Tin Bai Hu Tang (White Tiger Decoction) 5:1 Concentrated Granules
$24.93
Nong's Bai Hu Tang (White Tiger Decoction) 5:1 Concentrated Granules
$35.20
Han's Bai Hu Tang (White Tiger Decoction) 5:1 Concentrated Granules
$36.97
Hoi Tin Xie Bai San (Drain the White Powder) 5:1 Concentrated Granules
$26.32
Nong's Xie Bai San (Drain the White Powder) 5:1 Concentrated Granules
$44.83
Nong's Mai Men Dong Tang (Ophiopogon Decoction) 5:1 Concentrated Granules
$48.04
Hoi Tin Mai Men Dong Tang (Ophiopogon Decoction) 5:1 Concentrated Granules
$36.06
Han's Mai Men Dong Tang (Ophiopogon Decoction) 5:1 Concentrated Granules
$50.45
Explore our in-depth article covering the traditional uses, properties, functions, and TCM context of Jing Mi.
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.
