Quick Facts
| Latin Name | Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata (sand-fried) |
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| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 炮附片 · Pao Fu Pian |
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| Medicinal Part | Roots and rhizomes |
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| Efficacy Category | Interior-warming |
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| Botanical Origin | The sand-processed daughter root of Aconitum carmichaelii Debx. (Ranunculaceae). |
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| Nature & Flavour | Acrid, Sweet; Very hot; Toxic |
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| Channels Entered | Heart, Kidney, Spleen |
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What Is Pao Fu Pian?
Pao Fu Pian (Sand-processed Aconite Slice) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in Sichuan (Jiangyou), Hubei, Hunan, Shaanxi, Yunnan.
Nature & Flavour: Acrid, Sweet; Very hot; Toxic
Channels Entered: Heart, Kidney, Spleen
Pao Fu Pian: Materia Medica Profile
Identification & Quality Standard
Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata (sand-fried)
Botanical Origin
The sand-processed daughter root of Aconitum carmichaelii Debx. (Ranunculaceae).
Production Regions
Primarily produced in Sichuan (Jiangyou), Hubei, Hunan, Shaanxi, Yunnan.
Quality Requirements
Superior medicinal material is片大, swollen, brown, with retained character.
Macroscopic Features
Irregular slices, slightly swollen; externally brownish or dark brown, often with scorched spots. Horny, brittle. Faint odor, taste salty, numb.
Traditional TCM Properties
Acrid, Sweet; Very hot; ToxicHeartKidneySpleen
Traditional Functions
Warms middle and disperses cold, supplements fire and assists yang; sand-processed form enhances warming action.
How Pao Fu Pian Is Used in TCM
In the Chinese materia medica, Pao Fu Pian is classified among the Interior-warming 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.
