Quick Facts
| Latin Name | Tinosporae Sinensis Caulis |
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| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 寬筋藤 · Kuan Jin Teng |
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| Medicinal Part | Stems and woods |
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| Efficacy Category | Wind-damp dispelling |
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| Botanical Origin | The dried vine stem of Tinospora sinensis (Lour.) Merr. (Menispermaceae). |
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| Nature & Flavour | Bitter; Cool |
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| Channels Entered | Liver |
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What Is Kuan Jin Teng?
Kuan Jin Teng (Chinese Tinospora Stem) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in the Chinese provinces of Guangdong, Guangxi, Hunan, Yunnan.
Nature & Flavour: Bitter; Cool
Channels Entered: Liver
Kuan Jin Teng: Materia Medica Profile
Identification & Quality Standard
Tinosporae Sinensis Caulis
Botanical Origin
The dried vine stem of Tinospora sinensis (Lour.) Merr. (Menispermaceae).
Production Regions
Primarily produced in the Chinese provinces of Guangdong, Guangxi, Hunan, Yunnan.
Quality Requirements
Superior medicinal material is thick, yellowish-brown, and solid.
Macroscopic Features
Cylindrical, often cut into segments or thick slices, 3~10cm long, 0.5~2cm diameter. Externally brownish-yellow or grayish-brown, with longitudinal wrinkles and lenticels, scattered with raised nodes. Hard; cut surface is grayish-white, with radial vessels and medullary rays, center with small pith. Faint odor, taste slightly bitter.
Traditional TCM Properties
Bitter; CoolLiver
Traditional Functions
Relaxes sinews and unblocks collaterals, expels wind and stops pain.
How Kuan Jin Teng Is Used in TCM
In the Chinese materia medica, Kuan Jin Teng is classified among the Wind-damp dispelling 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.
