Quick Facts
| Latin Name | Millettiae Speciosae Radix |
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| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 牛大力 · Niu Da Li |
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| Medicinal Part | Roots and rhizomes |
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| Efficacy Category | Tonifying |
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| Botanical Origin | The dried root of Millettia speciosa Champ. (Fabaceae). |
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| Nature & Flavour | Sweet; Neutral |
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| Channels Entered | Lung, Spleen, Kidney |
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What Is Niu Da Li?
Niu Da Li (Beautiful Millettia Root) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in the Chinese provinces of Guangdong, Guangxi, Fujian, Hunan, Yunnan, Guizhou and Hainan.
Nature & Flavour: Sweet; Neutral
Channels Entered: Lung, Spleen, Kidney
Niu Da Li: Materia Medica Profile
Identification & Quality Standard
Millettiae Speciosae Radix
Botanical Origin
The dried root of Millettia speciosa Champ. (Fabaceae).
Production Regions
Primarily produced in the Chinese provinces of Guangdong, Guangxi, Fujian, Hunan, Yunnan, Guizhou and Hainan.
Quality Requirements
Superior material is thick, powdery and sweet.
Macroscopic Features
Cylindrical or slightly spindle-shaped, slightly bent, variable in length, 2~6 cm diameter; externally pale yellowish-brown or grayish-brown, with longitudinal wrinkles, transverse lenticels and scars of fibrous roots; textured and tough; fractured surface pale pinkish-white to pale brown, with visible fiber bundles and concentric rings; faint odor; sweet taste.
Traditional TCM Properties
Sweet; NeutralLungSpleenKidney
Traditional Functions
Supplements deficiency and moistens lung, strengthens tendons and activates collaterals.
How Niu Da Li Is Used in TCM
In the Chinese materia medica, Niu Da Li 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.
