威灵仙 (Clematis chinensis)
编号: RM_106 | 英文名: Chinese Clematis Root
Overview Card
| Item | Content |
|---|---|
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
| Medicinal Part | Root and stem |
| Flavor and Channel | Acrid, salty, warm; enters the bladder channel |
| Core Effects | Expel wind-dampness, relieve collateral blockage and pain, dislodge bone spicula |
| Associated Essential Oils | Chinese Clematis Essential Oil |
Basic Information
Origin: Zhejiang, Hubei, Anhui, China
Core Effects:
- Expel wind-dampness - for arthralgia due to wind-dampness, numbness of limbs
- Relieve collateral blockage and pain
- Dislodge bone spicula
Classic Formula References
Welingxian Xuanbi Decoction (from "Clinical Experience Formulas in Traditional Chinese Medicine")
Original Formula Composition: Welingxian (principal), Du Huo, Qin Jiao (assistant), Dang Gui (adjuvant), Guizhi (guide)
Effects and Indications: Expel wind-dampness, relieve collateral blockage and pain. Treat arthralgia due to wind-dampness, joint stiffness and limited movement.
Clinical Applications
Indications:
- Expel wind-dampness (for arthralgia due to wind-dampness, numbness of limbs)
- Relieve collateral blockage and pain
- Dislodge bone spicula
Modern Uses: Aromatherapy, essential oil care, daily health care
Usage: Decoction, 3-10g/day; essential oil for external use should be diluted (0.5-2%)
Essential Oil Application: See the entry for Chinese Clematis Essential Oil
Classic Formula Entries
The following are the classic formula entries associated with this raw material in the knowledge base (click to view composition, formula explanation, and aromatherapy modification references):
- Welingxian Xuanbi Decoction (CF_158, "Clinical Experience Formulas in Traditional Chinese Medicine")
Effect Tags
- Expel wind-dampness
- Expel wind and relieve collateral blockage
- Expel wind and relieve pain
Applicable Adjustment Directions
Associated with the health issues/adjustment directions marked in the library for related essential oils (for learning and search, not a diagnostic conclusion):
- Arthralgia due to wind-dampness
- Collateral stasis
Safety Warnings
Contraindications: Pregnant women, lactating mothers, and infants should use with caution.
Important Tips: ⚠️ If using essential oils, use strictly according to the dilution ratio, avoid direct contact with the skin. Perform a skin test before use.
Compilation Notes: This entry is compiled based on the Chinese Pharmacopoeia, classic medical books, and modern research, and is for professional reference only, not medical advice.
Last Updated: 2026-04-23 | Version: v4.2