Stem of Leatherleaf Mahonia, Chinese Mahonia Stem
Caulis Mahoniae, Mahoniae Caulis
Gong Lao Mu

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Bitter; cold

Part(s) used

Root and stem

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To remove dimp-heat, quench fire, and counteract toxicity.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Berberine is the main active component with an action similar to rhizoma coptidis. another active component, isotetrandrine, is an anticarcinogenic agent.