Zhu Ru – 竹茹
Zhu Ru – 竹茹 is the shaved inner layer of bamboo stems. It is prepared by carefully obtaining the stem shavings from bamboo and then drying them. Recognised for its sweet-bland flavour and cool nature, this herbal material is traditionally associated with the Lung, Stomach, and Gallbladder meridians.
Key Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Bambusa tuldoides Munro |
| Chinese Name | 竹茹 |
| Part Used | Stem |
| Form | Dried herb |
| Quality Standard | Treated without sulphur, herbicides, or pesticides |
| Affected Meridians | Lung, Stomach, Gallbladder |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight |
Additional Information
Supplied in secure packaging for practitioner dispensing. Sourced and processed to maintain herbal quality in compliance with UK standards, suitable for professional herbal practice.
Expiry Date: 31/07/2028
Description
Zhu Ru – 竹茹
Bamboo Shavings
Latin: Caulis Bambusae in Taeniam
Part Used: Stem
Type: Dried Herb
Known As: Bamboo Shavings
Zhu Ru is the shaved inner layer of bamboo stems, traditionally prepared and dried. It is associated with the Lung, Stomach and Gallbladder meridians and recognised for its sweet‑bland flavour and cool nature. This herb clears heat, transforms hot phlegm, stops vomiting, cools the blood, stops bleeding and calms the fetus.
All Phoenix Medical dry authentic herbs and concentrated herbal granules are not treated with sulphur, herbicides or pesticides.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.577 kg |
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