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Jin Zhi

Unknown

Pinyin: Jin Zhi Latin: Succus Faecalis Aureus

โ˜ฏ TCM Properties

Category: clearing_heat
Temperature: cold
Taste: bitter
Meridians: stomach
Functions:

Strongly clears Heat and cleans toxins

Botanical Description

Jin Zhi (้‡‘ๆž) is a Pinyin entry that translates literally as 'golden branch' or 'golden twig.' The name does not correspond to any standardized entry in Bensky & Gamble, the Chinese Pharmacopoeia, or major TCM materia medica compendia, and may refer variously to a folk or poetic name for a yellow-stemmed plant, to a small Cinnamomum-related twig product, or to a regional name not retained in modern practice. Because no single accepted Linnaean identity can be established with confidence, all substantive fields except tradition are left null. The entry is flagged for further research; without verified identification, no morphological description, parts, or properties can be responsibly assigned.

Dosage

Form Amount Frequency Duration Population Notes
decoction 6-15g Daily โ€” โ€” โ€”

Cultural & Historical Context

Traditional American Uses

None Documented

Important Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any herbal remedy, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, or taking medications.