綠豆 · Lv Dou
Heat-clearing herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Traditional functions: Clears heat and resolves toxin, relieves summerheat, promotes urination.
| Latin Name | Phaseoli Radiati Semen |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 綠豆 · Lv Dou |
| Medicinal Part | Fruits and seeds |
| Efficacy Category | Heat-clearing |
| Botanical Origin | The dried ripe seed of Vigna radiata (L.) R.Wilczek (Fabaceae). |
| Nature & Flavour | Sweet; Cool |
| Channels Entered | Heart, Stomach |
Lv Dou (Mung Bean) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in Hubei, Shanxi, Hebei, Anhui, Shandong.
Nature & Flavour: Sweet; Cool
Channels Entered: Heart, Stomach
Identification & Quality Standard
Phaseoli Radiati Semen
Botanical Origin
The dried ripe seed of Vigna radiata (L.) R.Wilczek (Fabaceae).
Production Regions
Primarily produced in Hubei, Shanxi, Hebei, Anhui, Shandong.
Quality Requirements
Superior is green, full, clean.
Short cylindrical or spherical, 4~6mm diameter. Externally green or dark green, smooth. One side has a white linear hilum. Hard, two cotyledons yellowish-white.
Sweet; CoolHeartStomach
Clears heat and resolves toxin, relieves summerheat, promotes urination.
In the Chinese materia medica, Lv Dou is classified among the Heat-clearing 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.
