Quick Facts
| Latin Name | Caprae Ovis Fetus |
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| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 羊胎 · Yang Tai |
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| Medicinal Part | Zoological substances |
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| Efficacy Category | Tonifying |
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| Botanical Origin | The dried fetus (or placenta) of Capra hircus L. or Ovis aries L. (Bovidae). |
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| Nature & Flavour | Sweet, Salty; Warm |
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| Channels Entered | Kidney, Liver, Lung |
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What Is Yang Tai?
Yang Tai (Sheep Fetus (or Placenta)) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in pastoral areas of Xinjiang, Inner Mongolia, Qinghai, Gansu, Tibet.
Nature & Flavour: Sweet, Salty; Warm
Channels Entered: Kidney, Liver, Lung
Yang Tai: Materia Medica Profile
Identification & Quality Standard
Caprae Ovis Fetus
Botanical Origin
The dried fetus (or placenta) of Capra hircus L. or Ovis aries L. (Bovidae).
Production Regions
Primarily produced in pastoral areas of Xinjiang, Inner Mongolia, Qinghai, Gansu, Tibet.
Quality Requirements
Superior medicinal material is dry, thick, yellowish, without foreign matter.
Macroscopic Features
Irregular lumps or pieces. Externally yellowish-brown or dark brown, often with residual wool and membrane. Flesh is yellowish, oily. Faint fishy odor, taste salty.
Traditional TCM Properties
Sweet, Salty; WarmKidneyLiverLung
Traditional Functions
Warms kidney and supplements yang, boosts qi and nourishes blood.
How Yang Tai Is Used in TCM
In the Chinese materia medica, Yang Tai 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.
