Quick Facts
| Latin Name | Pinelliae Rhizoma (alum-processed) |
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| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 清半夏 · Qing Ban Xia |
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| Medicinal Part | Roots and rhizomes |
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| Efficacy Category | Phlegm-resolving |
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| Botanical Origin | The processed tuber of Pinellia ternata (Thunb.) Breit. (Araceae), processed with alum. |
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| Nature & Flavour | Acrid; Warm; Toxic |
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| Channels Entered | Spleen, Stomach, Lung |
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What Is Qing Ban Xia?
Qing Ban Xia (Alum-processed Pinellia Tuber) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in the Chinese provinces of Sichuan, Hubei, Henan, Anhui, Jiangsu, Guizhou.
Nature & Flavour: Acrid; Warm; Toxic
Channels Entered: Spleen, Stomach, Lung
Qing Ban Xia: Materia Medica Profile
Identification & Quality Standard
Pinelliae Rhizoma (alum-processed)
Botanical Origin
The processed tuber of Pinellia ternata (Thunb.) Breit. (Araceae), processed with alum.
Production Regions
Primarily produced in the Chinese provinces of Sichuan, Hubei, Henan, Anhui, Jiangsu, Guizhou.
Quality Requirements
Superior medicinal material is white, solid, powdery, astringent.
Macroscopic Features
Flat spherical slices, 1~1.5cm diameter. Externally tan or brownish; cut surface is white or pale yellow, powdery. Faint odor, taste pungent, astringent, slightly numb.
Traditional TCM Properties
Acrid; Warm; ToxicSpleenStomachLung
Traditional Functions
Dries dampness and resolves phlegm; alum-processed form focuses on phlegm-dampness.
How Qing Ban Xia Is Used in TCM
In the Chinese materia medica, Qing Ban Xia is classified among the Phlegm-resolving 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.
