血餘炭 · Xue Yu Tan
Hemostatic herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Traditional functions: Astringes and stops bleeding, and dissipates stasis.
| Latin Name | Carbonized Hair |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 血餘炭 · Xue Yu Tan |
| Medicinal Part | Zoological substances |
| Efficacy Category | Hemostatic |
| Botanical Origin | The carbonized product of human hair (from fresh human hair, washed and calcined). |
| Nature & Flavour | Bitter; Neutral |
| Channels Entered | Liver, Stomach |
Xue Yu Tan (Carbonized Human Hair) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Produced nationwide.
Nature & Flavour: Bitter; Neutral
Channels Entered: Liver, Stomach
Identification & Quality Standard
Carbonized Hair
Botanical Origin
The carbonized product of human hair (from fresh human hair, washed and calcined).
Production Regions
Produced nationwide.
Quality Requirements
Superior material is black, lustrous and light.
Irregular black lumps, 2~3 cm diameter; externally black, lustrous, porous and light; when broken, many fine fibers visible; texture light and brittle; charred odor; bitter taste.
Bitter; NeutralLiverStomach
Astringes and stops bleeding, and dissipates stasis.
In the Chinese materia medica, Xue Yu 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.
