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
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 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
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) 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
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
Lianqiao One Forsythia suspensa One 千步连翘不染尘, 降香懒画蛾眉春。 虔心只把灵仙祝， 医回游荡远志人。 ——《诗经》 ✦ Introduction Lianqiao (Forsythia suspensa) belongs to the Oleaceae family, Forsythia genus Distribution in China: Widely distributed, Lianqiao is native to the central and northern regions of China, primarily found in the central and eastern Qinling Mountains and the western foothills of the Taihang Mountains, … Read more
【Prescription】Shigao (Gypsum) 670g, Jinyinhua (Honeysuckle Flower) 134g, Xuanshen (Scrophularia) 107g, Dihuang (Rehmannia) 80g, Lianqiao (Forsythia) 67g, Zhizi (Gardenia) 67g, Tiandiding (Sweet Herb) 67g, Huangqin (Scutellaria) 67g, Longdan (Gentiana) 67g, Banlangen (Isatis) 67g, Zhimuh (Anemarrhena) 54g, Maidong (Ophiopogon) 54g. 【Formula Analysis】For exterior wind-heat, with simultaneous invasion of Wei Qi, treatment should primarily focus on clearing heat … Read more