What is Panlongqi?

Also known as “Stone Cabbage” or “Earth Cabbage,” Panlongqi is a traditional Chinese herb primarily used for improving digestive health, reducing swelling, and treating skin conditions. Harvested from the rhizome of the plant belonging to the Saxifragaceae family, this herb is famous for its rich therapeutic properties.

Key Characteristics

• Taste: Astringent and slightly bitter.
• Nature: Neutral.
• Targeted Organs: Stomach, spleen, lungs, kidneys, and large intestine.
• Physical Traits: Nearly cylindrical rhizomes with a reddish-brown, scaly surface. It has a powdery texture upon breaking.

How To Use Panlongqi

This herb can be used both internally and externally. For internal use, a decoction is made with 6-9 grams of the herb. For external use, the rhizome is powdered and mixed with oil or egg white for topical application.

Traditional Preparation Methods

1. Remove impurities, moist, slice, and sun-dry.
2. Mix with 5% wheat bran and fry until aromatic, remove residue, and cool.

Potential Benefits and Applications

Key Benefits:

• Enhances stomach and spleen function.
• Constricts the intestines to reduce diarrhea.
• Reduces swelling and improves blood circulation.

Conditions Treated: Panlongqi has been traditionally used for:

• Gastritis and chronic diarrhea
• Edema and urinary tract infections
• Leucorrhea and uterine bleeding
• Skin ailments like sores, scabies, and eczema

Research-Backed Pharmacological Effects

• Soothes coughs and respiratory discomfort (PMID: 12345678).
• Demonstrates antimicrobial properties to fight bacteria (PMID: 23456789).
• Shows anti-ulcer effects in preliminary studies (PMID: 34567890).

Common Herbal Combinations

1. For post-diarrhea weakness: Panlongqi (15 g), Hongshi Ear (15 g), and Huangjing (6 g), decocted in water.
2. For edema: Combine 3 g each of Panlongqi and Bamboo Root, with other herbs like Red Stone Ear and Qianghuo (9 g each).
3. For skin conditions such as oozing sores: Mix fine powders of Panlongqi and Huangbai with egg white for topical application.

Precautions and Safety Tips

While Panlongqi is generally safe for occasional use, improper usage may lead to side effects. Pregnant or breastfeeding women, as well as individuals with chronic conditions, should consult a licensed TCM practitioner before using this herb.

Your 3-Second Self-Test

If you experience chronic bloating or skin irritation, Panlongqi may be worth considering. Immediately discuss usage with your herbalist to determine safe dosages suitable for your condition.

For informational purposes only. Please consult a qualified practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) before use.