Qin Jiao

Qin Jiao


  • Chineese Name: 秦艽
  • Pin Yin Name: Qin Jiao
  • Latin Name: Radix Gentianae Macrophyllae
  • Natures: Neutral
  • Taste: Sour, Bitter, Acrid/Pungent
  • Chanels Entered: Stomach, Gallbladder, Liver
Wind-Damp-Expelling Medicinals (Qu Feng Shi Yao)
from 5 to 10
Dissipates Wind-Damp
Eliminates Dampness
Eliminates Bi Obstructions
Eliminates pain
Relaxes the tendons and liberates the joints
Unblocks (liberates) the Luo Channels
Clarifies Vacuity Heat
Favors Water elimination (diuresis)
Pushes back the Yellow (jaundice)