Quick Facts
| Latin Name | Flemingiae Radix |
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| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 千斤拔 · Qian Jin Ba |
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| Medicinal Part | Roots and rhizomes |
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| Efficacy Category | Wind-damp dispelling |
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| Botanical Origin | The dried root of Flemingia philippinensis Merr. et Rolfe or Flemingia macrophylla (Willd.) Prain (Fabaceae). |
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| Nature & Flavour | Sweet, Astringent; Neutral |
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| Channels Entered | Liver, Kidney |
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What Is Qian Jin Ba?
Qian Jin Ba (Philippine Flemingia Root) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in the Chinese provinces of Guangdong, Guangxi, Hainan, Fujian, Jiangxi, Hubei.
Nature & Flavour: Sweet, Astringent; Neutral
Channels Entered: Liver, Kidney
Qian Jin Ba: Materia Medica Profile
Identification & Quality Standard
Flemingiae Radix
Botanical Origin
The dried root of Flemingia philippinensis Merr. et Rolfe or Flemingia macrophylla (Willd.) Prain (Fabaceae).
Production Regions
Primarily produced in the Chinese provinces of Guangdong, Guangxi, Hainan, Fujian, Jiangxi, Hubei.
Quality Requirements
Superior material is thick, firm and grayish-brown.
Macroscopic Features
Long cylindrical or conical, slightly twisted, 30~60 cm long, 0.5~3 cm diameter; externally grayish-brown to brownish-red, with longitudinal wrinkles, transverse lenticels and scars of lateral roots; texture hard, difficult to break; fractured surface pale yellowish-white, with visible radial fiber bundles; faint odor; slightly sweet and astringent taste.
Traditional TCM Properties
Sweet, Astringent; NeutralLiverKidney
Traditional Functions
Dispels wind-dampness, strengthens tendons and bone, activates blood and resolves toxin.
How Qian Jin Ba Is Used in TCM
In the Chinese materia medica, Qian Jin Ba is classified among the Wind-damp dispelling 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.
