Song Jie
Unknown
☯ TCM Properties
Dispels Wind, dries Dampness and stops pain; Strengthens tendons and muscles and opens the channels
Western Herbalism Properties
Botanical Description
Song Jie is the dried resinous knotwood of Pinus tabuliformis, P. massoniana or related Chinese pines (Pinaceae), harvested where a branch joins the trunk and the dense, resin-saturated heartwood persists after the surrounding sapwood has decayed. The source trees are evergreen conifers 15–30 m tall with reddish-brown, scaly bark in plates, paired (or sometimes triple) needles 8–18 cm long in bundles, and ovoid seed cones 4–9 cm long with thickened, often umbonate scale apophyses. The pine-knot itself is a dense, hard, dark amber-brown to reddish-brown chunk of wood, highly aromatic and oily, traditionally split into shards for decoction or soaked in wine.
Dosage
| Form | Amount | Frequency | Duration | Population | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| decoction | 9-15g | Daily | — | — | — |
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.