九節菖蒲 · Jiu Jie Chang Pu
Orifice-opening herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Traditional functions: Opens the orifices and resolves phlegm, awakens the spleen and quiets the spirit.
| Latin Name | Anemones Altaicae Rhizoma |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 九節菖蒲 · Jiu Jie Chang Pu |
| Medicinal Part | Roots and rhizomes |
| Efficacy Category | Orifice-opening |
| Botanical Origin | The dried rhizome of Anemone altaica Fisch. ex C.A. Mey. (Ranunculaceae), processed with wine. |
| Nature & Flavour | Acrid; Warm |
| Channels Entered | Heart, Stomach |
Jiu Jie Chang Pu (Wine-processed Altai Anemone Rhizome) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in Henan, Shanxi, Shaanxi, Gansu.
Nature & Flavour: Acrid; Warm
Channels Entered: Heart, Stomach
Identification & Quality Standard
Anemones Altaicae Rhizoma
Botanical Origin
The dried rhizome of Anemone altaica Fisch. ex C.A. Mey. (Ranunculaceae), processed with wine.
Production Regions
Primarily produced in Henan, Shanxi, Shaanxi, Gansu.
Quality Requirements
Superior is thick, solid, yellowish, fragrant.
Long cylindrical, slightly curved, 1~6cm long, 3~7mm diameter. Externally yellowish-brown, with nodular roots. After wine processing, slightly wine aroma.
Acrid; WarmHeartStomach
Opens the orifices and resolves phlegm, awakens the spleen and quiets the spirit.
In the Chinese materia medica, Jiu Jie Chang Pu is classified among the Orifice-opening 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.
