Guyana Gardenia jasminoides Fruit

The efficacy of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is increasingly valued worldwide. Techniques like acupuncture and the preparation of herbal remedies have spread globally. The research potential of TCM offers significant flexibility. In China, TCM is typically prepared in two ways: decoction following prescriptions from TCM experts, and as medicinal wines. Both methods have been extensively studied in China. As the birthplace of TCM, China boasts approximately 12,000 medicinal plants—a resource unmatched by other countries, giving China a monopolistic advantage in this area. The in-depth exploration, research, and summarization of TCM and its pharmacology by ancient scholars have led to its widespread acceptance and application.

Product Description

This product is the dried mature fruit of Gardenia jasminoides Ellis, a plant of the Rubiaeae family. The fruits are harvested in September to November when they mature and turn reddish-yellow. The stems and impurities are removed, and the fruits are steamed until they are slightly heated or briefly scalded in boiling water, then removed and dried.

[Nature and Channel (Meridian)] Bitter, cold. 归心、肺、三焦经。

[Functions and Indications] Clears heat and relieves restlessness, clears heat and promotes diuresis, cools blood and detoxifies; externally used to reduce swelling and relieve pain. Used for febrile diseases with restlessness, damp-heat jaundice, urinary tract infections with dysuria, blood heat hematemesis and epistaxis, red and swollen eyes, and fire-toxin sores and ulcers; externally treats bruises and contusions.