藕節炭 · Ou Jie Tan
Hemostatic herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Traditional functions: Astringes and stops bleeding, resolves stasis.
| Latin Name | Nelumbinis Nodus Rhizomatis |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 藕節炭 · Ou Jie Tan |
| Medicinal Part | Roots and rhizomes |
| Efficacy Category | Hemostatic |
| Botanical Origin | The dried node of the rhizome of Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn. (Nelumbonaceae), carbonized. |
| Nature & Flavour | Sweet, Astringent; Neutral |
| Channels Entered | Liver, Lung, Stomach |
Ou Jie Tan (Carbonized Lotus Node) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in Hunan, Hubei, Fujian, Jiangsu, Zhejiang.
Nature & Flavour: Sweet, Astringent; Neutral
Channels Entered: Liver, Lung, Stomach
Identification & Quality Standard
Nelumbinis Nodus Rhizomatis
Botanical Origin
The dried node of the rhizome of Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn. (Nelumbonaceae), carbonized.
Production Regions
Primarily produced in Hunan, Hubei, Fujian, Jiangsu, Zhejiang.
Quality Requirements
Superior is clean, carbonized evenly, inside brown.
Short cylindrical nodes, 2~4cm long, 2~3cm diameter. After carbonization, surface is焦黑色, internal棕褐色. Burnt aroma.
Sweet, Astringent; NeutralLiverLungStomach
Astringes and stops bleeding, resolves stasis.
In the Chinese materia medica, Ou Jie Tan is classified among the Hemostatic 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.
