紫貝 · Zi Bei
Wind-extinguishing herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Traditional functions: Subdues liver yang, settles fright and quiets the spirit, clears liver and improves vision.
| Latin Name | Cypraeae Concha |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 紫貝 · Zi Bei |
| Medicinal Part | Zoological substances |
| Efficacy Category | Wind-extinguishing |
| Botanical Origin | The shell of Mauritia arabica (L.) (Cypraeidae). |
| Nature & Flavour | Salty; Neutral |
| Channels Entered | Liver |
Zi Bei (Cowrie Shell) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in Hainan, Guangdong, Fujian, Taiwan coastal.
Nature & Flavour: Salty; Neutral
Channels Entered: Liver
Identification & Quality Standard
Cypraeae Concha
Botanical Origin
The shell of Mauritia arabica (L.) (Cypraeidae).
Production Regions
Primarily produced in Hainan, Guangdong, Fujian, Taiwan coastal.
Quality Requirements
Superior is thick, complete, purple, lustrous.
Oval or卵圆形 shell, 3~7cm long, 2~4cm wide, 1.5~2cm thick. Externally purple-brown, with brown spots and transverse bands. Inner surface purple-white. Hard.
Salty; NeutralLiver
Subdues liver yang, settles fright and quiets the spirit, clears liver and improves vision.
In the Chinese materia medica, Zi Bei is classified among the Wind-extinguishing 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.
