Chinese Dittany Bark Cut (Dictamnus Dasycarpus)

Chinese Dittany Bark Cut (Dictamnus dasycarpus), known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Bai Xian Pi (白鲜皮), is a bitter, cooling, and aromatic herb traditionally used to clear heat, dry dampness, and dispel wind toxins. Derived from the bark of the Dictamnus dasycarpus root, this cut form is ideal for decoctions and herbal blends, offering a focused and potent botanical for skin and immune support.

In TCM, Bai Xian Pi is most commonly used to address damp-heat conditions, particularly those affecting the skin, joints, and lower body. It is traditionally included in formulas to help with itching, redness, swelling, or oozing skin eruptions, as well as hot-type joint discomfort. Its mildly astringent nature also supports the cleansing of heat toxins and promotes healthy inflammatory response.

When decocted, Chinese Dittany Bark Cut yields a light brown, slightly bitter infusion with a distinctive herbal aroma. It is often combined with other herbs like Huang Bai, Ku Shen, or Jin Yin Hua in traditional cleansing and cooling formulas.

Each batch of Chinese Dittany Bark Cut (Dictamnus dasycarpus) is carefully harvested, dried, and cut to preserve its natural potency, essential oils, and energetic qualities. Whether used in external washes, internal decoctions, or classical TCM prescriptions, this time-honored herb provides a powerful and natural approach to clearing heat, supporting skin health, and restoring internal balance.