Large-Leaf Gentian Root Pieces (Gentiana Macrophylla)

Large-Leaf Gentian Root Pieces (Gentiana macrophylla), known in Traditional Chinese Medicine as Qin Jiao (秦艽), are dried root segments traditionally used to dispel wind-dampness, relax the sinews, and clear heat from deficiency. With a slightly bitter and cooling nature, Qin Jiao is prized for its gentle yet effective action in easing muscle and joint discomfort, particularly when caused by internal heat or chronic inflammatory conditions. This herb is commonly used in TCM for treating bi syndrome, characterized by pain, swelling, stiffness, or numbness in the limbs and joints, especially in cases where the pain is aggravated by damp weather or accompanied by signs of heat such as redness or a low-grade fever. Unlike some harsher wind-damp herbs, Qin Jiao is suitable for use even in individuals with underlying deficiency, making it a more balanced option for long-term support. Qin Jiao is also used to reduce jaundice and clear damp-heat from the liver and gallbladder, particularly in c