Quick Facts
| Latin Name | Rosae Chinensis Flos |
|---|
| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 月季花 · Yue Ji Hua |
|---|
| Medicinal Part | Flowers |
|---|
| Efficacy Category | Blood-activating |
|---|
| Botanical Origin | The dried flower of Rosa chinensis Jacq.(Rosaceae) |
|---|
| Nature & Flavour | Sweet; Warm |
|---|
| Channels Entered | Liver |
|---|
What Is Yue Ji Hua?
Yue Ji Hua (Chinese Rose Flower) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in the Chinese provinces of Hubei, Jiangsu, Hebei, Shandong.
Nature & Flavour: Sweet; Warm
Channels Entered: Liver
Yue Ji Hua: Materia Medica Profile
Identification & Quality Standard
Rosae Chinensis Flos
Botanical Origin
The dried flower of Rosa chinensis Jacq.(Rosaceae)
Production Regions
Primarily produced in the Chinese provinces of Hubei, Jiangsu, Hebei, Shandong.
Quality Requirements
Superior medicinal material is intact, purplish-red, half-opened, with potent aroma.
Macroscopic Features
Flower is sub-spherical, 1.5~2.5cm in diameter. Receptacle is long round, 5 sepals, dark green, pointed tip, petals overlap each other, some scattered, long round, purplish-red or pale purplish-red; numerous stamens, yellow. Light in weight, brittle texture. Clear aromatic odor, tasteless and slightly bitter taste.
Traditional TCM Properties
Sweet; WarmLiver
Traditional Functions
Invigorates blood and regulates menstruation, spreads liver qi and resolves constraint.
How Yue Ji Hua Is Used in TCM
In the Chinese materia medica, Yue Ji Hua is classified among the Blood-activating 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.
