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[Textual research on herb youba].

Z Xie1

  • 1Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, China Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Beijing 100700.

Zhongguo Zhong Yao Za Zhi = Zhongguo Zhongyao Zazhi = China Journal of Chinese Materia Medica
|October 13, 2001
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Botanical research clarifies the herb Youba. Ancient texts from the Tang and Ming dynasties identify Youba as Pinellia pedatisecta tubers, while Qing dynasty texts refer to Arisaema yunnanense.

Area of Science:

  • Ethnobotany
  • Pharmacognosy
  • Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)

Background:

  • Investigating the historical botanical identity of medicinal herbs is crucial for understanding traditional pharmacopoeias.
  • The herb 'Youba' has appeared in various classical Chinese medical texts, necessitating clarification of its origin.

Observation:

  • A textual analysis was performed on key historical Chinese materia medica, including Xin Xiu Ben Cao (Tang Dynasty), Ben Cao Gang Mu (Ming Dynasty), and Zhi Wu Ming Shi Tu Kao (Qing Dynasty).
  • The nomenclature and descriptions associated with 'Youba' were scrutinized across these different historical periods.

Findings:

  • The immature tuber of *Pinellia pedatisecta* (characterized by a lack of branching around the tuber) is identified as 'Youba' in Tang and Ming dynasty texts.
  • Conversely, the same name 'Youba' in the Qing dynasty text Zhi Wu Ming Shi Tu Kao refers to *Arisaema yunnanense*.

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Implications:

  • This research clarifies a significant point of confusion in the historical identification of a TCM herb.
  • Accurate botanical identification is essential for the consistent application and study of traditional herbal remedies.
  • Understanding these historical distinctions aids in pharmacological research and the development of standardized herbal products.