Zi Bai Pi
Unknown
☯ TCM Properties
Dispels Heat Toxins; Kills Intestinal parasites; Treats ocular diseases
Botanical Description
Zi Bai Pi ("purple-white bark") is a folk-medicine name with no single, confirmed botanical referent. Various regional sources have attributed it to the bark of Catalpa bungei (Bignoniaceae), certain Diospyros species, or other trees with violet-tinged inner bark, but none of these identifications can be considered authoritative. Without a verified Latin binomial, morphological description is not possible. The name appears sporadically in minor Chinese folk-medicine compilations and is not catalogued in the Chinese Pharmacopoeia or in Bensky and Gamble. Until a reliable identification is established, this entry should be treated as botanically uncertain.
Dosage
| Form | Amount | Frequency | Duration | Population | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| poultice | As needed | 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.