Quick Facts
| Latin Name | Oroxyli Semen |
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| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 木蝴蝶 · Mu Hu Die |
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| Medicinal Part | Fruits and seeds |
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| Efficacy Category | Heat-clearing |
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| Botanical Origin | The dried mature seed of Oroxylum indicum (L.) Vent.(Bignoniaceae) |
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| Nature & Flavour | Bitter, Sweet; Cool |
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| Channels Entered | Lung, Liver, Stomach |
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What Is Mu Hu Die?
Mu Hu Die (Indian Trunpetflower Seed) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in the Chinese provinces of Yunnan, Guangxi, Guizhou.
Nature & Flavour: Bitter, Sweet; Cool
Channels Entered: Lung, Liver, Stomach
Mu Hu Die: Materia Medica Profile
Identification & Quality Standard
Oroxyli Semen
Botanical Origin
The dried mature seed of Oroxylum indicum (L.) Vent.(Bignoniaceae)
Production Regions
Primarily produced in the Chinese provinces of Yunnan, Guangxi, Guizhou.
Quality Requirements
Superior medicinal material is large, white, lustrous, with soft silk-like wing.
Macroscopic Features
Butterfly-shaped thin pieces, except for the base, the other three sides extend to form a wide, large thin wing. 5~8cm long, 3.5~4.5cm wide. Externally pale yellowish-white, wing is translucent, with silk-like luster, and radial veins, edges often cracked. Light in weight, after peeling off the seed coat, one can see one thin membranous endosperm covering the cotyledons. 2 cotyledons, butterfly-shape, yellowish-green or yellow, 1~1.5cm long. faint odor, slightly bitter taste.
Traditional TCM Properties
Bitter, Sweet; CoolLungLiverStomach
Traditional Functions
Clears lung heat and benefits the throat, spreads liver qi and harmonizes the stomach.
How Mu Hu Die Is Used in TCM
In the Chinese materia medica, Mu Hu Die 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.
