Dispelling Wind-Damp Herbs.

TCM Herbalism:Medicinals and Classifications. ✵The TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) herbalism is also known as pharmaceutics of Traditional Chinese Medicine, or Chinese pharmaceutics, is the branch of health science dealing with the preparation, dispensing, and proper utilization of Chinese herbs. It is majorly composed of Introduction of Chinese Medicinals, Classification of Chinese Herbs, Formulas, and Patent medicines.

Classifications of Herbs:Dispelling Wind-Damp Herbs.

 TCM Herbs Icon06 Introduction: Dispelling Wind-Damp Herbs: an agent or substance herbs that dispels wind and damp, mainly for relieving rheumatism and related conditions.

 Wind-damp dispelling herbs mostly are pungent, warm, fragrant and drying in property, mostly are pungent, bitter in flavor, warm or cold in nature, have functions dispelling wind, drying dampness, and dispelling cold, etc., and these herbs are mainly used for various syndromes of wind-damp types. Wind-damp dispelling herbs are classified into several kinds, ①.wind-damp-dispelling and cold-dispersing herbs, ②.wind-damp-dispelling and heat-clearing herbs, ③.wind-damp-dispelling and tendon-bone-strengthening herbs, etc. These herbs are pungent in flavor, warm, fragrant and drying in nature, should be used cautiously for those of Yin deficiency and blood insufficiency.

 Wind-damp-dispelling and cold-dispersing herbs: mostly are pungent and bitter in flavor, warm in nature, have functions dispelling wind and dampness, dispersing cold and relieve pains, activating tendon and collaterals, and are mainly used for cold-type wind-damp arthromyodynia, etc. Representative herbs of this kind are Radix Angelicae Pubescentis (Dú Huó), Radix Clematidis (Wēi Línɡ Xiān), and other herbs including Fructus Chaenomelis (Mù Guā), Caulis Piperis Kadsurae (Hǎi Fēnɡ Ténɡ), Herba Erodii seu Geranii (Lǎo Guàn Cǎo), Radix Cynanchi Paniculati (Xú Cháng Qīng), Caulis Sinomenii (Qīnɡ Fēnɡ Ténɡ), etc.

 Wind-damp-dispelling and heat-clearing herbs: mostly are pungent and bitter in flavor, cold in nature, have functions dispelling wind and dampness, activating collaterals and relieving pains, clearing heat and relieving swelling (detumescent), and are mainly used for wind-damp pyretic arthralgia, redness and swelling of joints with thermalgia, etc. Representative herbs of this kind are Radix Gentianne Macrophyllae (Qín Jiāo), Radix Stephaniae Tetrandrae (Fánɡ Jǐ), and other herbs including Herba Siegesbeckiae (Xī Xiān Cǎo), Cortex Erythrinae (Hǎi Tónɡ Pí), Folium Liriodendra Tracheotomy (Chòu Wú Tónɡ Yè), Caulis Trachelospermi (Luò Shí Ténɡ), Ramulus Mori (Sānɡ Zhī), Retinervus Luffae Fructus (Sī Guā Luò), Rhizoma Dioscoreae Nipponicae (Chuān Dì Lónɡ), etc.

 Wind-damp-dispelling and tendon-bone-strengthening herbs: mostly are bitter and sweet in flavor, warm in nature, have functions dispelling wind and dampness, replenishing liver and kidney, strengthening the bones and muscles, and are mainly used for chronic wind-damp, waist-leg weakness from deficiency of liver and kidney, backache of kidney-deficiency type, apoplexia, etc. Representative herbs of this kind are Cortex Acanthopanacis (Wǔ Jiā Pí), Rhizoma Homalomenae (Qiān Nián Jiàn), and other herbs including Ramulus Taxilli (Sānɡ Jì Shēnɡ), Herba Pyrolae (Lù Xián Cǎo), Rhizoma Cibotii (Gǒu Jǐ), Herba Lycopodii (Shēn Jīn Cǎo), Cortex Periplocae (Xiānɡ Jiā Pí), etc.

 ✵Till January 1st, 2024, there are totally [23] kinds of common TCM herbs, [52] kinds of related plant species, are recorded in this category. These herbs are briefly introduced separately:

 
Wind-damp-dispelling and cold-dispersing herbs:

 TCM Herbs Icon 05 Introduction: Wind-damp-dispelling and cold-dispersing herbs are known including:, , , , , , , etc.

 ✵Till the date Oct 10th,2019, there are Totally [7] kinds of common TCM herbs, [20] kinds of related plant species, are recorded in this category. These herbs are briefly introduced separately:

 
Radix Angelicae Pubescentis (Doubleteeth Pubescent Angelica Root)

 Radix Angelicae Pubescentis Brief Introduction: Radix Angelicae Pubescentis is the dried root of Angelica pubescens Maxim. f. biserrata Shan et Yuan. It dispels wind-damp, alleviates arthralgia, and releases the exterior in cases of wind-cold-damp bi syndrome—especially lower-body arthralgia—and wind-cold-damp invasion. It is commonly known as Radix Angelicae Pubescentis, Doubleteeth Pubescent Angelica Root, or Dú Huó. more
 
Radix Clematidis (Chinese Clematis Root)

 Chinese Clematis Root Brief Introduction: Radix Clematidis is the dried root and rhizome of Clematis chinensis Osbeck, Clematis hexapetala Pall., or Clematis manshurica Rupr. It is used (1) to dispel wind-dampness and unblock the collaterals for treating wind-damp bi syndrome (e.g., rheumatic or rheumatoid arthralgia), and (2) to resolve fishbones lodged in the throat. Common names include Clematis Root, Chinese Clematis Root, and Six-petal Clematis Root. It is also referred to as Radix Clematidis and Wēi Línɡ Xiān.more
 
Fructus Chaenomelis (Common Flowering-quince Fruit)

 Fructus Chaenomelis Brief Introduction: Fructus Chaenomelis is the dried, ripe fruit of Chaenomeles speciosa (Sweet) Nakai, used (1) to soothe the tendons and unblock the collaterals for treating wind-damp arthralgia with contracture, and (2) to dispel dampness and harmonize the stomach for treating vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal distension. It is commonly known as Fructus Chaenomelis, Common Flowering-quince Fruit, or Mù Guā.more
 
Caulis Piperis Kadsurae (Kadsura Pepper Stem)

 Kadsura Pepper Stem Brief Introduction: Caulis Piperis Kadsurae is the dried stem of Piper kadsura (Choisy) Ohwi., used to dispel wind-dampness, unblock the meridians, disperse cold, and alleviate pain—indicated for wind-damp arthralgia with muscular contracture and traumatic pain. It is commonly known as Caulis Piperis Kadsurae, Kadsura Pepper Stem, or Hǎi Fēnɡ Ténɡ.more
 
Herba Erodii seu Geranii (Heron's Bill or Wilford Ganesbill Herb)

 Wilford Ganesbill Herb Brief Introduction: Herba Erodii seu Geranii is the dried aerial part of Erodium stephanianum Willd. or Geranium wilfordii Maxim., used to dispel wind-dampness, unblock the collaterals, and arrest dysenteric diarrhea in cases of rheumatoid arthralgia with muscular contracture, as well as for treating enteritis and dysentery. It is commonly known as Herba Erodii seu Geranii, Heron’s Bill or Wilford Geranium Herb, and Lǎo Guàn Cǎo.more
 
Radix Cynanchi Paniculati (Paniculate Swallowwort Root)

 Paniculate Swallowwort Root Brief Introduction: Radix Cynanchi Paniculati is the dried root and rhizome of Cynanchum paniculatum (Bunge) Kitag. It is used to unblock collateral meridians, alleviate pain, clear toxicity, and reduce swelling, for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, toothache, lumbago, traumatic injuries, dysmenorrhea, and eczema. The herb is also known as Paniculate Swallowwort Root, Radix Cynanchi Paniculati, or Xú Cháng Qīng.more
 
Caulis Sinomenii (Orientvine Stem)

 Orientvine Stem Brief Introduction: Caulis Sinomenii is the dried lianoid stem of Sinomenium acutum (Thunb.) Rehder et Wilson or Sinomenium acutum var. cinereum Rehder et Wilson, used to dispel wind-dampness and alleviate pain in rheumatic arthritis, articular swelling, and pain. It is commonly known as Caulis Sinomenii, Orientvine Stem, or Qīng Fēng Téng.more
 
Wind-damp-dispelling and heat-clearing herbs:

 TCM Herbs Icon 05 Introduction: Wind-damp-dispelling and heat-clearing herbs are known including:, , , , , , , , , etc.

 ✵Till the date Oct 10th,2019, there are Totally [9] kinds of common TCM herbs, [17] kinds of related plant species, are recorded in this category. These herbs are briefly introduced separately:

 
Radix Gentianne Macrophyllae (Large-leaf Gentian Root)

 Large-leaf Gentian Root Brief Introduction: Radix Gentianae Macrophyllae is the dried root of Gentiana macrophylla Pall., Gentiana straminea Maxim., Gentiana crassicaulis Duthie ex Burk., and Gentiana dahurica Fisch. It is used (1) to dispel wind-dampness, relieve arthralgia, and clear deficiency heat—for treating wind-damp (rheumatic or rheumatoid) pain and fever in phthisis—and (2) to clear damp-heat for treating jaundice. The herb is commonly known as Radix Gentianae Macrophyllae, Large-leaf Gentian Root, or Qín Jiāo.more
 
Radix Stephaniae Tetrandrae (Fourstamen Stephania Root)

 Fourstamen Stephania Root Brief Introduction: Radix Stephaniae Tetrandrae is the dried root of Stephania tetrandra S. Moore, used to dispel wind-dampness and promote diuresis in rheumatic arthritis, edema, and oliguria. It is commonly known as Radix Stephaniae Tetrandrae, Four-stamen Stephania Root, or Fáng Jǐ.more
 
Herba Siegesbeckiae (Siegesbeckia Herb)

 Siegesbeckia Herb Brief Introduction: Herba Siegesbeckiae is the dried aerial part of Siegesbeckia orientalis L., Siegesbeckia pubescens Makino, or Siegesbeckia glabrescens Makino. It is used (1) to dispel wind-dampness and unblock the collaterals for treating wind-damp (rheumatic or rheumatoid) arthralgia, and (2) to clear heat and counteract toxins for treating boils, sores, abscesses, and ulcers. The herb is commonly known as Herba Siegesbeckiae, Siegesbeckia Herb, or Xi Xian Cao. more
 
Cortex Erythrinae (Coral-bean Bark)

 Cortex Erythrinae Brief Introduction: Cortex Erythrinae is the dried bark of Erythrina variegata L. var. orientalis (L.) Merr. or Erythrina arborescens Roxb., used to dispel wind-dampness, unblock the collateral meridians, and relieve itching in cases of rheumatoid arthritis; it is also applied externally for neurodermatitis and chronic eczema. It is commonly known as Cortex Erythrinae, Coral-bean Bark, or Hǎi Tóng Pí.more
 
Folium Liriodendra Tracheotomy (Glory bower Leaf)

 Glory bower Leaf Brief Introduction: Folium Clerodendri Trichotomi is the dried leaf of Clerodendrum trichotomum Thunb., used to dispel wind-dampness and lower blood pressure in cases of rheumatism and hypertension. It is commonly known as Glory Bower Leaf, Chòu Wú Tónɡ Yè, or—historically misnamed—Folium Liriodendra Tracheotomy.more
 
Caulis Trachelospermi (Chinese Starjasmine Stem)

 Chinese Starjasmine Stem Brief Introduction: Caulis Trachelospermi is the dried stem of Trachelospermum jasminoides (Lindl.) Lem., used to dispel wind-dampness, unblock meridians, cool the blood, and reduce swelling. It is employed in the treatment of wind-damp bi syndrome with muscular contracture and joint pain, as well as sore throat. Common names include Chinese Star Jasmine Stem, Luò Shí Ténɡ, and—historically—"Luò Shí" (though the latter refers botanically to the resinous exudate of another species and is a misnomer when applied to the stem).more
 
Ramulus Mori (Mulberry Twig)

 Mulberry Twig Brief Introduction: The herb Ramulus Mori is the dried young twig of Morus alba L., used as an antirheumatic to treat arthralgia and shoulder pain. The herb is commonly known as Ramulus Mori, Mulberry Twig, Sānɡ Zhī.more
 
Retinervus Luffae Fructus (Luffa Vegetable Sponge)

 Luffa Vegetable Sponge Brief Introduction: Retinervus luffae fructus is the dried vascular bundles of the ripe fruit of Luffa cylindrica (L.) Roem., used to dispel wind, unblock collateral meridians, and clear toxins. It is indicated for rheumatoid arthralgia with muscular contracture and mastitis. The herb is commonly known as Towel Gourd Vegetable Sponge, Vegetable Sponge of Luffa, or Sī Guā Luò.more
 
Rhizoma Dioscoreae Nipponicae (Chuan Di Long)

 Rhizoma Dioscoreae Nipponicae Brief Introduction: Rhizoma Dioscoreae Nipponicae is the dried rhizome of Dioscorea nipponica Makino, used to dispel wind-dampness, activate blood circulation, unblock collateral meridians, and resolve phlegm. It is indicated for rheumatoid arthralgia, sprains, traumatic pain, and chronic cough with sputum. The herb is commonly known as Chuan Shan Long or Chuān Shān Lónɡ.more
 
Wind-damp-dispelling and tendon-bone-strengthening herbs:

 TCM Herbs Icon 05 Introduction: Wind-damp-dispelling and tendon-bone-strengthening herbs are known including:, , , , , , , etc.

 ✵Till the date Oct 10th,2019, there are Totally [7] kinds of common TCM herbs, [15] kinds of related plant species, are recorded in this category. These herbs are briefly introduced separately:

 
Cortex Acanthopanacis (Slenderstyle Acanthopanax Bark).

 Cortex Acanthopanacis Brief Introduction: The herb Cortex Acanthopanacis is the dried root-bark of Acanthopanax gracilistylus W.W. Smith (family Araliaceae), used to dispel wind-damp, strengthen the tendons and bones, and induce diuresis in the treatment of rheumatic conditions, and edema. The herb is commonly known as Cortex Acanthopanacis, Slenderstyle Acanthopanax Bark, Wǔ Jiā Pí.more
 
Rhizoma Homalomenae (Obscured Homalomena Rhizome).

 Rhizoma Homalomenae Brief Introduction: The herb Rhizoma Homalomenae is the dried rhizome of Homalomena occulta (Lour.) Schott (family Araceae), used to dispel wind-damp, strengthen tendons and bones, and alleviate rheumatic pain for treating rheumatoid arthritis with cold sensation and pain in the back and knees, and contracture of the lower limbs. The herb is commonly known as Rhizoma Homalomenae, Obscured Homalomena Rhizome, Qiān Nián Jiàn.more
 
Herba Lycopodii (Common Club-moss Herb).

 Herba Lycopodii Brief Introduction: The herb Herba Lycopodii is the dried entire plant of Lycopodium japonicum Thunb., Lycopodium centro-chinense Ching., or Palhinhaea cernua (L.) Franco et Vasc (family Lycopodiaceae), used to dispel wind-damp and relieve contracture in cases of arthralgia with stiffness. The herb is commonly known as Herba Lycopodii, Common Club-moss Herb, Shēn Jīn Cǎo.more
 
Cortex Periplocae (Chinese Silkvine Bark).

 Cortex Periplocae Brief Introduction: The herb Cortex Periplocae is the dried root-bark of Periploca sepium Bunge (family Asclepiadaceae), used to dispel wind-damp in cases of rheumatic arthritis, and induce diuresis for edema. The herb is commonly known as Cortex Periplocae, Chinese Silkvine Bark, Xiānɡ Jiā Pí.more
 
Ramulus Taxilli (Mulberry Mistletoe).

 Ramulus Taxilli Brief Introduction: The Herb Ramulus Taxilli is the dried leaf-bearing stem and branch of Taxillus chinensis (DC.) Danser (family Loranthaceae), used (1).to replenish liver and kidney Yin, strengthen the sinews and bones and dispel wind-damp for the treatment of arthralgia with aching back and limbs, and (2).to nourish the blood and prevent miscarriage for the treatment of menorrhagia and threatened abortion. The herb is commonly known as Ramulus Taxilli, Mulberry Mistletoe, Sānɡ Jì Shēnɡ.more
 
Herba Pyrolae (Pyrola Herb).

 Fructus Mori Brief Introduction: The Herb Herba Pyrolae is the dried entire plant of Pyrola calliantha H. Andres., or Pyrola decorata H. Andres (family Pyrolacea), used to replenish kidney yin, strengthen the sinews and bones, dispel wind-damp and stanch bleeding for the treatment of lumbago, rheumatism, menorrhagia, bloody sputum and epistaxis. The herb is commonly known as Herba Pyrolae, Pyrola Herb, Lù Xián Cǎo.more
 
Rhizoma Cibotii (Cibot Rhizome).

 Rhizoma Cibotii Brief Introduction: The Herb Rhizoma Cibotii is the dried rhizome of Cibotum barometz (L.) J.Smith (family Dicksoniaceae), used to tonify the liver and kidney, strengthen the back and knees and dispel wind-damp, for the treatment of insecurity of the kidney and enuresis and leukorrhagia, aching back and knees, rheumatic pain in the back, and strained lumbar muscles. The herb is commonly known as Rhizoma Cibotii, Cibot Rhizome, Gǒu Jǐ.more
 

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