Spatholobi Caulis
Aliases：Xue Feng Teng, Xue Teng, Da Xue Teng (Note: Da Xue Teng is a different medicinal), Hong Teng, Huo Xue Teng, Xue Feng, San Ye Ji Xue Teng
Jixueteng (Spatholobus Stem) is the dried vine stem of Spatholobus suberectus Dunn, a plant of the Fabaceae family. It is named “chicken blood vine” because when cut, it exudes a red sap resembling chicken blood.
Efficacy & Actions
Activate blood and enrich blood, regulate menstruation and relieve pain, relax sinews and unblock collaterals.
Indications
Irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, amenorrhea, rheumatic arthralgia, numbness of the limbs, sallow complexion due to blood deficiency, and paralysis.
Modern Pharmacology
Improvement of the blood system: Increases white blood cells, platelets, and red blood cells; promotes hematopoietic function. Anticoagulant and antithrombotic effects: Inhibits platelet aggregation and prolongs clotting time. Vasodilation and circulation improvement: Increases coronary blood flow and improves microcirculation. Anti‑inflammatory and analgesic effects: Inhibits various inflammatory models. Immunomodulatory effect: Enhances the phagocytic function of macrophages. Antitumor effect: Inhibits a variety of cancer cells. Antioxidant effect: Scavenges free radicals and delays aging.
Ingredients
Flavonoids: Formononetin, daidzein, genistein, spatholobol, etc. Triterpenoids: Lupeol, β‑sitosterol, etc. Phenolic acids: Protocatechuic acid, syringic acid, etc. Others: Tannins, polysaccharides, volatile oils, etc.
Usage & Dosage
Internal use: 9–15 g in decoction (a large dose may be increased to 30 g); or steeped in wine; or used in pills or powders. External use: Appropriate amount, decocted for washing, or crushed and applied topically to the affected area.
Contraindications
Contraindicated populations: Contraindicated in pregnant women; use with caution in those with excessive menstruation. Precautions for use: Should not be used alone in cases of Yin deficiency with blazing fire. Compatibility: Often combined with Angelicae Sinensis Radix (Danggui), Chuanxiong Rhizoma (Chuanxiong), Rehmanniae Radix Praeparata (Shudihuang), etc., for patterns of deficiency and blood stasis.
Selected Formulas
Irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, amenorrhea due to blood stasis Combine with Angelicae Sinensis Radix (Danggui), Chuanxiong Rhizoma (Chuanxiong), and Cyperi Rhizoma (Xiangfu). Irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, amenorrhea due to blood deficiency Combine with Angelicae Sinensis Radix (Danggui), Rehmanniae Radix Praeparata (Shudihuang), and Paeoniae Radix Alba (Baishao). Rheumatic arthralgia, numbness of the limbs Combine with Angelicae Pubescentis Radix (Duhuo), Clematidis Radix et Rhizoma (Weilingxian), Taxilli Herba (Sangjisheng), and other wind‑dampness dispelling herbs. Post‑stroke numbness of hands and feet, limb paralysis Combine with Astragali Radix (Huangqi), Salviae Miltiorrhizae Radix et Rhizoma (Danshen), and Pheretima (Dilong) to supplement qi, activate blood, and unblock collaterals. Numbness of the limbs due to blood deficiency failing to nourish the sinews, and sallow complexion due to blood deficiency Combine with Astragali Radix (Huangqi) and Angelicae Sinensis Radix (Danggui) to supplement qi and tonify blood.
Daily Consumption
1. Jixueteng and Red Date Soup Ingredients: 15 g Jixueteng (Spatholobi Caulis), 10 red dates (Jujube), 100 g lean pork. Preparation: Stew all ingredients together to make a soup. Action: Tonifies blood and activates blood circulation. Used for irregular menstruation due to blood deficiency. 2. Jixueteng Wine Ingredients: 30 g Jixueteng (Spatholobi Caulis), 15 g Danggui (Angelicae Sinensis Radix), 500 ml white liquor (baijiu). Preparation: Seal and steep for 15 days, then drink. Dosage: 10–15 ml per day. Action: Used for rheumatic arthralgia and amenorrhea due to blood stasis.
Medicinal Parts
vine stem/tem of a vine
Selection & Storage
Store in a well-ventilated, dry place, protected from mold and insects.