Herb of The Week

Huang Qin (黄芩), also known as Chinese Skullcap, is the dried root of Scutellaria baicalensis and is widely used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).


What It Is

  • Botanical source: Scutellaria baicalensis

  • Chinese name: 黄芩 (Huang Qin)

  • English name: Chinese Skullcap

It is typically prepared by drying the roots.


Traditional Functions (TCM Perspective)

In TCM, Huang Qin is known to:

  • Clear Heat and Drain Fire

  • Drain Damp-Heat

  • Clear Lung Heat

  • Clear Heat to Stop Bleeding

  • Sedate Liver Yang

Modern Research Highlights

Studies suggest it may have:

  • Anti-inflammatory effects

  • Antioxidant properties

  • Neurological and pain relieving effects

  • Metabolic and cardiovascular benefits

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