Characteristics of the Herb This herb is oval to oblong in shape, slightly flattened. It measures 1.5 to 2.5 cm in length and 0.5 to 1.3 cm in diameter. The surface has irregular longitudinal wrinkles and numerous small raised spots, with one prominent longitudinal groove on each side. The tip is sharply pointed, and the … Read more
The Efficacy, Uses, Contraindications, and Nutritional Value of Forsythia (Lian Qiao) Forsythia, the fruit of the plant Forsythia suspensa, belongs to the Oleaceae family. It flowers and bears fruit 3-4 years after planting. There are two medicinal types: “Qing Qiao” (Green Forsythia) and “Lao Qiao” (Mature Forsythia). Qing Qiao is harvested in early September when … Read more
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Liánqiáo (Forsythia fruit) is the fruit of the plant Forsythia suspensa, a deciduous shrub that can grow up to 2-4 meters tall. It flowers and bears fruit after 3-4 years of cultivation. There are two medicinal types: “Qīngqiáo” (green forsythia) and “Lǎoqiáo” (ripe forsythia). Qīngqiáo is harvested in early September when the fruit is still … Read more
Click the blue text to follow us The Book of Songs states, “A thousand steps of Lian Qiao are not stained by dust, the fragrant incense lazily paints the spring of the moth’s brow. With a sincere heart, I only wish to bless the immortal, to heal the wandering and distant-minded people.” Lian Qiao is … Read more
Understanding Traditional Chinese Medicine through the Map of China Yun Huang Lian 1 Introduction Yun Huang Lian, also known as Yunnan Huang Lian, has various aliases such as Wang Lian, Wei Lian, Ya Lian, Chuan Lian, and Ji Zhua Lian. It is a commonly used traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) with remarkable efficacy. Huang Lian is … Read more
It is well known that Huang Lian (Coptis) is a medicinal herb with very high medicinal value, and many traditional Chinese medicines contain its components. Many people prefer Huang Lian, as it is a commonly used herb in clinical practice, with effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, drying dampness, and stopping diarrhea. Huang Lian primarily … Read more
Huang Lian (Coptis) is the dried rhizome of the plants Coptis chinensis Franch, Coptis deltoidea C. Y. Cheng et Hsiao, or Coptis teeta Wall. Its main component is berberine-type alkaloids[1]. Illustration of Huang Lian plant Huang Lian has been used in China for thousands of years. It was first recorded in the “Shennong Bencao Jing” … Read more
The Three Huang Brothers—Huang Qin (Scutellaria baicalensis), Huang Lian (Coptis chinensis), and Huang Bai (Phellodendron amurense)—are well-known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Although they share many common characteristics, they also possess distinct differences. How can we differentiate between them? Huang Qin (Scutellaria baicalensis) Huang Qin is the dried root of the plant Scutellaria baicalensis, belonging … Read more
Key Points for Identifying Huang Lian☝ Premium Chinese Herbal Medicine | Huang Lian Huang Lian is the dried rhizome of the Ranunculaceae plant Huang Lian, Coptis chinensis Franch., Coptis deltoidea C.Y.Cheng et Hsiao, or Coptis teeta Wall. The above three types are commonly referred to as “Wei Lian”, “Ya Lian”, and “Yun Lian”. It is … Read more