Amur Cork-tree(Huang bo)

Huangbo is the dried bark of Phellodendron Chinese Schneid.or Phellodendron amnrense Rupr.,pertaining to Rutaceae.The former is known as "Chuan huangbo",and the latter is "Guan huangbo".At Clear and Bright Season,the bark is peeled,and the coarse part is removed.After sun dried,it is thoroughly moistened,and then cut into slices or threads.The raw form is used,or it is used after stir-baked with salt-water,or stir-baked to charcoal.

Medicinal Properties:Bitter and cold.

Meridian Tropism:Kidney and bladder meridians.

Medicinal Efficacies: Clear heat,dry dampness;pure fire,remove bone-steaming;relieve toxicity and cure sores.

Usage and Dosage:3-12g.Also it can be used externally.