Phellodendron amurense / HUANG BAI / Phellodendron Bark Cut

Description

Botanical Name – Phellodendron amurense

Chinese Name – HUANG BAI

English Name – Phellodendron Bark

Phellodendron amurense is a species of tree in the family Rutaceae, commonly called the Amur cork tree. It is a major source of huáng bò, one of the 50 fundamental herbs used in traditional Chinese medicine. The Ainu people used this plant, called shikerebe-ni, as a painkiller.

It is native to eastern Asia: northern China, northeast China, Korea, Ussuri, Amur, and Japan, the Amur cork tree is considered invasive in many parts of North America.

Medicinal Action and Uses

Antibacterial – Phellodendron amurense has a strong antibacterial effect and has been used internally to treat diarrhea, dysentery, enteritis, vaginal infections, acute urinary tract infections, abscesses, tumors, jaundice, night sweats and skin diseases.

Depurative – Phellodendron amurense is a strongly bitter remedy, the bark acts strongly on the kidneys and is regarded as a detoxicant for hot damp conditions.

Diuretic – Phellodendron Bark  is best known as diuretic and cooling herb that stimulates the liver and gallbladder. 

External Uses – Its antibacterial qualities have seen it used for certain types of eczema. Studies have also shown its success in treating conjunctivitis in children.

Packaging

Product is supplied in Resealable Foil Bags.

Packaging

This product is packaged in protective foil bags. These keep the contents fresh and protected from moisture and light. Look out for the QR code on the label - you can scan this with your smartphone to download the Certificate of Analysis document for this product.

Cut Herbs

Cut herbs are herbs which have been harvested and then cut into smaller pieces, suitable for further processing. Cut herbs like Phellodendron amurense / HUANG BAI / Phellodendron Bark Cut can be used to produce tinctures or fluid extracts. They can also be used in herbal teas and infusions.