Forsythia: Nature’s Golden Treasure and a Brilliant Gem of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Forsythia: Nature's Golden Treasure and a Brilliant Gem of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Recently, as the temperature gradually warms, the Forsythia flowers are blooming in abundance, painting the mountains and fields in golden hues, attracting numerous visitors to admire their beauty. While enjoying the stunning scenery of Forsythia flowers, let us delve deeper into this remarkable plant. Basic Characteristics of Forsythia Morphological Characteristics: Forsythia (Lianqiao) is a deciduous … Read more

The Authentic Medicinal Material of Tianzhong: Lianqiao (Forsythia Suspensa)

The Authentic Medicinal Material of Tianzhong: Lianqiao (Forsythia Suspensa)

Introduction: Lianqiao (连翘, Forsythia Suspensa) is a medicinal herb known for its heat-clearing and detoxifying properties, derived from the dried fruit of the Oleaceae family. Alias: Shou Dan, Yi Chuan Jin, Huang Jin Tiao, Han Lian Zi, Huang Qi Dan, Huang Hua Tiao, Luo Qiao, Kong Qiao, Kong Ke. Properties and Channels: Bitter in taste, … Read more

The Golden Blossoms of Forsythia: A Springtime Delight

The Golden Blossoms of Forsythia: A Springtime Delight

Spring breezes bring the message of the season, and the Forsythia (Liánqiào) flowers bloom exuberantly in the spring light, dancing with the wind. On Mount Tai, the Forsythia flowers sway in the wind, and as far as the eye can see, a sea of golden blooms unfolds, resembling a flowing golden painting that circulates through … Read more

Spring or Forsythia? Distinguishing Their True Appearance

Spring or Forsythia? Distinguishing Their True Appearance

Flowers have their appointments, spring does not delay. In April, the fragrant blooms emerge as the spring breeze sweeps across the land, coaxing open the buds ready to bloom. Amidst the peach blossoms and willow greens of spring, a patch of gold attracts people’s attention, adorning the early spring colors, blooming sincerely and passionately, swaying … Read more

Learn About Lianqiao (Forsythiae Fructus) – A Valuable Chinese Herb

Learn About Lianqiao (Forsythiae Fructus) - A Valuable Chinese Herb

This article is a repost with corrections to some errors mentioned by everyone, adding aliases, original plant images, etc. You can reply in the lower left corner to read the original text! If you find it useful, feel free to share it with other classmates. For those who want to see previous content, in the … Read more

The Multifunctional Uses of Lianqiao: Qingqiao and Laoqiao

The Multifunctional Uses of Lianqiao: Qingqiao and Laoqiao

Dear friends, we meet again! Today, I will introduce to you the multifunctional uses of Lianqiao (Forsythia) Qingqiao and Laoqiao LIANQIAO Qingqiao and Laoqiao 连翘 (Lianqiao, Fructus Forsythiae) is a commonly used clinical herbal medicine, first recorded in the Shennong Bencao Jing. It is the dried fruit of the plant Forsythia suspense (Thunb.) Vahl, belonging … Read more

Understanding the Medicinal Properties of Lianqiao (Forsythia Suspensa)

Understanding the Medicinal Properties of Lianqiao (Forsythia Suspensa)

The name of Lianqiao (Forsythia Suspensa) is likely familiar to many, as it is a common household remedy found in seasonal medications like Yin Qiao Jie Du Pian (Yin Qiao Detox Tablets), where Lianqiao is a primary ingredient. However, many people are unaware that Lianqiao is actually found in our surroundings. An ancient poem states, … Read more

The Efficacy and Functions of Lianqiao (Forsythia)

The Efficacy and Functions of Lianqiao (Forsythia)

The efficacy of Lianqiao (Forsythia) includes dispelling wind-cold, clearing heat and detoxifying, alleviating irritability, as well as anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects. It is particularly effective for treating colds caused by wind-heat, as well as symptoms of irritability and heat. Additionally, it has beneficial effects on conditions such as chiyou dan (red sore), breast hyperplasia, and … Read more

Identifying Medicinal Herbs through Spring Flowers

Identifying Medicinal Herbs through Spring Flowers

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

The Efficacy of Lianqiao (Forsythia suspensa): Reducing Swelling, Clearing Heat, and Detoxifying

The Efficacy of Lianqiao (Forsythia suspensa): Reducing Swelling, Clearing Heat, and Detoxifying

The efficacy of Lianqiao (Forsythia suspensa) includes dispelling wind-cold, clearing heat and detoxifying, and alleviating irritability. It is particularly effective for treating colds caused by wind-heat, as well as symptoms of irritability and heat. Additionally, it has beneficial effects on conditions such as red scabies, breast hyperplasia, and breast nodules. However, there are certain contraindications, … Read more