苧麻根 · Zhu Ma Gen
Hemostatic herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Traditional functions: Cools blood and stops bleeding, calms the fetus, clears heat and resolves toxin.
| Latin Name | Boehmeriae Radix et Rhizoma |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 苧麻根 · Zhu Ma Gen |
| Medicinal Part | Roots and rhizomes |
| Efficacy Category | Hemostatic |
| Botanical Origin | The dried root and rhizome of Boehmeria nivea (L.) Gaudich. (Urticaceae). |
| Nature & Flavour | Sweet; Cold |
| Channels Entered | Heart, Liver |
Zhu Ma Gen (Ramie Root) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in Jiangsu, Shandong, Shanxi.
Nature & Flavour: Sweet; Cold
Channels Entered: Heart, Liver
Identification & Quality Standard
Boehmeriae Radix et Rhizoma
Botanical Origin
The dried root and rhizome of Boehmeria nivea (L.) Gaudich. (Urticaceae).
Production Regions
Primarily produced in Jiangsu, Shandong, Shanxi.
Quality Requirements
Superior is thick, solid, brown.
Root irregular cylindrical, bent, 4~30cm long, 0.4~4.5cm diameter. Externally grayish-brown, with wrinkled bark and warty root scars. Hard, broken surface brownish.
Sweet; ColdHeartLiver
Cools blood and stops bleeding, calms the fetus, clears heat and resolves toxin.
In the Chinese materia medica, Zhu Ma Gen 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.
