Zi Jin Pi (Celastrus angulatus Bark) — Dried TCM Herb, 500g, Custom Grinding Available

Zi Jin Pi (Celastrus angulatus) is the dried bark of a traditional Chinese herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Zǐ Jīn Pí (紫金皮). Also referred to in folk practice as Huo Ba Cao (火把草), this lesser-known herb has been prized in regional herbal traditions for its warming, dispersing nature and its use in external preparations and decoctions. Its nature is warm and its flavor is bitter and pungent, making it a stimulating herb traditionally associated with dispelling dampness, invigorating blood, and easing discomfort in the limbs and joints.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional TCM herb Celastrus angulatus bark
• Dried and sun-cured for stable quality
• 500g bulk pack for decoction and external use
• Custom grinding service available on request
• Sourced from broad domestic growing regions

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is sun-dried to preserve its natural tan to brownish color, fibrous texture, and faint woody aroma. When decocted, the bark yields a bitter, slightly pungent infusion with an earthy undertone. The dried pieces are firm and clean, with no added processing beyond traditional sun-curing.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Traditional decoction and herbal formulas
• External wash and compress preparations
• Herbal soak blends for limbs
• Custom grinding for powder-based use
• Regional folk herbal practice

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, Zi Jin Pi is decocted alone or in combination with other herbs for external washing and soaking, particularly in regional traditions addressing dampness and joint discomfort. It is also used in warming herbal formulas and poultice preparations. As a lesser-known herb, it appears in local folk recipes rather than mainstream tonic soups, and is often paired with herbs like Huang Teng Gen (黄藤根) and Pang Guan Teng (胖关藤) in traditional external preparations.

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