Muskroot-Like Semiaquilegia Root
- Chinese
- 天葵子
- Pinyin
- Tian Kui Zi
- Latin
- Radix Semiaquilegiae
Known in TCM as Tian Kui Zi (天葵子), this sweet and bitter and acrid, cold herb enters the Liver, Gallbladder, and Kidney. Traditionally, it clears Heat and resolves toxicity; drains ministerial fire from the Liver, Gallbladder, and Kidney, most often applied for carbuncle, furunculosis, and lymphadenitis. Modern research has identified 4-Hydroxybenzoic among its active constituents.
Part used: Root
Also Known As
Latin: Radix Semiaquilegiae | Pinyin: Tian Kui Zi | Chinese: 天葵子
TCM Properties
- Taste
- sweet, bitter, acrid
- Temperature
- cold
- Channels
- Liver, Gallbladder, Kidney
Traditional Use
Primary Actions
- Clears Heat and resolves toxicity; drains ministerial fire from the Liver, Gallbladder, and Kidney
- Cools the Blood, reduces swelling, and disperses clumps for carbuncles, boils, sores, and scrofula
Secondary Actions
- Also used traditionally for snakebite
Classic Formulas
- Wu Wei Xiao Du Yin (Five-Ingredient Toxin-Resolving Drink)
Classical References
- A deputy herb in Wu Wei Xiao Du Yin, combined with Jin Yin Hua, Pu Gong Ying, Ye Ju Hua, and Zi Hua Di Ding to clear Heat-toxin and treat acute suppurative infections
Modern Research
Active Compounds
- 4-Hydroxybenzoic acid
- 3,4-Dihydroxybenzoic acid
- Other phenolic secondary metabolites
Studied Effects
- Isolated phenolic compounds show selective inhibition of neutrophil elastase release and superoxide anion generation, with one compound showing sevenfold greater potency than the positive control
- Anti-neutrophilic inflammatory activity supports traditional toxin-resolving, anti-suppurative use
PubMed References
Safety & Interactions
Contraindications
- Pregnancy
Cautions
- Cold in nature; use cautiously in Spleen-Stomach Deficiency Cold
Conditions
- Carbuncle Traditional ★★★☆☆ JSON
- Furunculosis Traditional ★★☆☆☆ JSON
- Lymphadenitis Traditional ★★☆☆☆ JSON
- Snakebite Traditional ★☆☆☆☆ JSON
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Muskroot-Like Semiaquilegia Root used for?
Muskroot-Like Semiaquilegia Root is traditionally used to Clears Heat and resolves toxicity; drains ministerial fire from the Liver, Gallbladder, and Kidney, Cools the Blood, reduces swelling, and disperses clumps for carbuncles, boils, sores, and scrofula. Research has investigated its effects on: Isolated phenolic compounds show selective inhibition of neutrophil elastase release and superoxide anion generation, with one compound showing sevenfold greater potency than the positive control; Anti-neutrophilic inflammatory activity supports traditional toxin-resolving, anti-suppurative use.
What are other names for Muskroot-Like Semiaquilegia Root?
Muskroot-Like Semiaquilegia Root is also known as Semiaquilegia adoxoides, Semiaquilegia. In TCM: 天葵子 (Tian Kui Zi); Radix Semiaquilegiae.
Is Muskroot-Like Semiaquilegia Root safe during pregnancy?
Muskroot-Like Semiaquilegia Root is not recommended during pregnancy.
What are the contraindications for Muskroot-Like Semiaquilegia Root?
Muskroot-Like Semiaquilegia Root should not be used in: Pregnancy. Consult a qualified practitioner before use.