劉寄奴 · Liu Ji Nu
Blood-activating herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Traditional functions: Dispels stasis and relieves pain, heals trauma and stops bleeding, breaks blood and unblocks menstruation, disperses food accumulation.
| Latin Name | Artemisiae Anomalae Herba |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 劉寄奴 · Liu Ji Nu |
| Medicinal Part | Whole herbs |
| Efficacy Category | Blood-activating |
| Botanical Origin | The dried aerial part of Artemisia anomala S. Moore (Asteraceae). |
| Nature & Flavour | Bitter, Acrid; Warm |
| Channels Entered | Heart, Liver, Spleen |
Liu Ji Nu (Diverse Wormwood Herb) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Jiangxi, Sichuan.
Nature & Flavour: Bitter, Acrid; Warm
Channels Entered: Heart, Liver, Spleen
Identification & Quality Standard
Artemisiae Anomalae Herba
Botanical Origin
The dried aerial part of Artemisia anomala S. Moore (Asteraceae).
Production Regions
Primarily produced in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Jiangxi, Sichuan.
Quality Requirements
Superior is green, leafy, aromatic.
Stem cylindrical, 60~90cm long, 2~8mm diameter. Externally brownish-yellow or purple-brown. Leaves alternate, pinnately lobed. Capitate flower clusters. Aromatic odor, slightly bitter taste.
Bitter, Acrid; WarmHeartLiverSpleen
Dispels stasis and relieves pain, heals trauma and stops bleeding, breaks blood and unblocks menstruation, disperses food accumulation.
In the Chinese materia medica, Liu Ji Nu is classified among the Blood-activating 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.
