When undergoing dampness elimination therapy, it is essential to understand the following eight truths. 1. When eliminating dampness, it is important to warm and tonify Yang Qi. This is because dampness is a Yin pathogen, and it cannot be transformed without warmth. If you have repeatedly tried to strengthen the spleen without success in eliminating … Read more
In March, the blooming flowers signal the arrival of spring, and the first to truly convey this feeling is likely the clusters of pale yellow Liánqiáo (Forsythia) swaying in the spring breeze. The name Liánqiáo has been recorded since ancient times in the Éryǎ: “Lián, yìqiáo.” Li Shizhen explained in the Bencao Gangmu: “This is … Read more
Forsythia (Lian Qiao), a shrub belonging to the Oleaceae family, is a traditional Chinese medicinal material that often grows in mountainous areas, wild slopes, thickets, or grasslands, and is cultivated in various regions. It is primarily produced in Anze, Shanxi; Lushi, Henan; and Luonan, Shaanxi. The main effects of Forsythia are to clear heat and … Read more
Lian Qiao (Forsythia) is the dried fruit of the plant Forsythia suspensa, belonging to the Oleaceae family. The Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing states: “Lian Qiao, also known as Yi Qiao, Lan Hua, Zhe Gen, Zhi, and San Lian.” The Er Ya mentions: “Lian, Yi Qiao,” with Guo Pu’s commentary noting: “Also known as Lian … 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
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
Huang Qin (Scutellaria baicalensis), Huang Lian (Coptis chinensis), and Huang Bai (Phellodendron amurense) are collectively known as “San Huang”. They all possess the ability to clear heat and dry dampness. The “San Huang” herbs are cold in nature and clear heat, with a bitter taste that helps to dry dampness and has the function of … Read more
Huang Lian (Coptidis Rhizoma) Source This product is the dried rhizome of the Ranunculaceae plant Huang Lian, specifically Coptis chinensis Franch., Coptis deltoidea C.Y.Cheng et Hsiao, or Coptis teeta Wall. The three types are commonly referred to as “Wei Lian,” “Ya Lian,” and “Yun Lian.” Related Names Yuan Lian, Wei Lian, Ya Lian, Yun Lian, … Read more
■Editor: Qiao Qiao Huang Lian (Coptis) and Hu Huang Lian (Picrorhiza) are both commonly used traditional Chinese medicines. The only difference is one character, which can lead beginners to confuse them as the same herb. However, although both are bitter, cold, and dry dampness, they are completely different materials, and thus should be distinguished in … Read more