Huang Bai (Phellodendron Bark)

Huang Bai (Phellodendron Bark)

Phellodendron Amurens; Phellodendri Cortex

Phellodendron Bark is one of the three herbs used in the classical formula "San Huang San," meaning "Three Yellow Powder," the other 2 being Huang Qin and the Da Huang herb.

The Huang Bai herb is bitter in flavor and cold in energy and is classified as an herb that Clears Heat and Dries Dampness. It is applied externally for toxic fire and for damp heat, among other things. The Huang Bai herb operates on the Kidney, Urinary Bladder, and Large Intestine meridians.

Properties:

Bitter, cold

Channels Entered:

Kidney, Urinary Bladder, Large Intestine