Deng Xin Cao – 灯芯草
Deng Xin Cao (灯芯草), commonly referred to as Rush Pith or Lamp-Wick Herb, consists of the soft stem pith from Juncus effusus. This dried herb is classed in traditional Chinese materia medica among those that drain dampness, and is understood to be sweet, bland, and slightly cold in nature. Phoenix Medical’s Deng Xin Cao is DaoDi-sourced from Sichuan, its classical area of origin. The herb is cultivated and processed in GMP-certified facilities, with full traceability and compliance to EU and UK standards.
Key Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Juncus effusus L. |
| Chinese Name | 灯芯草 |
| Part Used | Stem pith |
| Form | Dried herb |
| Quality Standard | Treated without sulphur, treated without herbicides, treated without pesticides; GMP processing; EU & UK tested |
| Affected Meridians | Heart, Lung, Small Intestine |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight |
Sourced according to DaoDi principles from Sichuan. Packaged for professional practitioners and clinics, with batch traceability. Suitable for preparation in decoction or formula use where dried herbs are applicable.
Expiry Date: 31/12/2028
Description
Deng Xin Cao – 灯芯草
Latin name: Medulla Junci (Juncus effusus)
Common name: Rush Pith / Lamp-Wick Herb
Part used: Stem Pith
Traditional meridian affiliation: Heart, Lung, Small Intestine
Deng Xin Cao (灯心草) refers specifically to the soft pith from the stem of Juncus effusus in traditional Chinese medicine theory. It is classed among the herbs that drain dampness. With a sweet, bland and slightly cold nature, it is understood to promote urination, clear Heat, and direct Heart fire downward.
Phoenix Medical’s Deng Xin Cao is DaoDi-sourced from Sichuan, its classical area of origin. It is dried without sulphur and cultivated free from synthetic herbicides and pesticides. Processing is carried out in GMP-certified facilities, with each batch fully traceable and tested to comply with EU and UK safety and purity standards.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.15 kg |
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