酒萸肉 · Jiu Yu Rou
Tonifying herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Traditional functions: Supplements the liver and kidney, astringes and secures.
| Latin Name | Corni Fructus |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 酒萸肉 · Jiu Yu Rou |
| Medicinal Part | Fruits and seeds |
| Efficacy Category | Tonifying |
| Botanical Origin | The dried ripe sarcocarp of Cornus officinalis Sieb. et Zucc. (Cornaceae), processed with wine. |
| Nature & Flavour | Sour, Astringent; Slightly warm |
| Channels Entered | Liver, Kidney |
Jiu Yu Rou (Wine-processed Asiatic Cornelian Cherry Fruit) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in Zhejiang, Anhui, Henan, Shaanxi.
Nature & Flavour: Sour, Astringent; Slightly warm
Channels Entered: Liver, Kidney
Identification & Quality Standard
Corni Fructus
Botanical Origin
The dried ripe sarcocarp of Cornus officinalis Sieb. et Zucc. (Cornaceae), processed with wine.
Production Regions
Primarily produced in Zhejiang, Anhui, Henan, Shaanxi.
Quality Requirements
Superior is large, thick, purplish-red, soft.
Irregular片状或囊状, 1~1.5cm long, 0.5~1cm wide. Externally purplish-red or deep purple, wrinkled and lustrous. Soft texture. Wine aroma.
Sour, Astringent; Slightly warmLiverKidney
Supplements the liver and kidney, astringes and secures.
In the Chinese materia medica, Jiu Yu Rou is classified among the Tonifying 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.
