Quick Facts
| Latin Name | Morindae Officinalis Radix (salt-processed) |
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| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 鹽巴戟天 · Yan Ba Ji Tian |
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| Medicinal Part | Roots and rhizomes |
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| Efficacy Category | Tonifying |
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| Botanical Origin | The dried root of Morinda officinalis How (Rubiaceae). |
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| Nature & Flavour | Sweet, Acrid; Slightly warm |
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| Channels Entered | Kidney, Liver |
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What Is Yan Ba Ji Tian?
Yan Ba Ji Tian (Salt-processed Medicinal Indian Mulberry Root) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in Guangdong (Deqing area), Guangxi, Fujian.
Nature & Flavour: Sweet, Acrid; Slightly warm
Channels Entered: Kidney, Liver
Yan Ba Ji Tian: Materia Medica Profile
Identification & Quality Standard
Morindae Officinalis Radix (salt-processed)
Botanical Origin
The dried root of Morinda officinalis How (Rubiaceae).
Production Regions
Primarily produced in Guangdong (Deqing area), Guangxi, Fujian.
Quality Requirements
Superior medicinal material is thick, purple, fleshy, sweet.
Macroscopic Features
Flat cylindrical or split segments, 2~15cm long, 0.5~2cm diameter. Externally dark grayish or light purple, with transverse cracks; after salt processing, surface is darker, slightly moist. Flesh is purple or violet, fibrous. Faint odor, taste sweet and slightly astringent.
Traditional TCM Properties
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Traditional Functions
Supplements kidney yang, strengthens sinew and bone, expels wind-dampness; salt-processed form guides herb to kidney.
How Yan Ba Ji Tian Is Used in TCM
In the Chinese materia medica, Yan Ba Ji Tian is classified among the Tonifying 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.
