Herbal Information for Huai Hua 5X Concentrated Granules
Common Names: Japanese Sophora Flower, Pagoda Tree Flower
Botanical Name: Styphnolobium japonicum
Pin Yin Name: Flos Sophorae Immaturus
Huai Hua, also known as Sophora Flower Bud or Scholar Tree Flower Bud, is a popular herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).
Health Benefits of Huai Hua, also known as Sophor Flower Bud
Clears heat and dampness from the body
Promotes urination and reduces edema
Purges fire toxicity and alleviates sore throat
Kills parasites and expels intestinal worms
Provides anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects
How to Use Huai Hua
Decoction (herbal tea): Use 3-9 grams of dried flower buds, simmer in water for 20-30 mins. Drink 1-2 times per day.
Powder: Can be taken internally with warm water, in doses of 3-9 grams
External Wash: For skin conditions or sore throat, make a concentrated decoction and use as a wash or gargle.
Cautions of Huai Hua:
Large doses can potentially cause nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. Adjust dosage as needed.
Not recommended for pregnant women as it may induce uterine contractions.
Avoid in cases of excessive bleeding or body fluid deficiency.
Who Should Use Huai Hua:
Individuals with urinary tract infections, edema, or sore throat/mouth ulcers.
Useful for certain skin conditions like eczema, rashes, or sores.
Helpful for expelling intestinal worms/parasites.
Best Method to Use Huai Hua:
Decoction is considered the best method to extract and consume Huai Hua's therapeutic compounds.
For acute conditions, drink 2-3 cups of strong decoction daily.
For chronic issues, drink 1 cup of mild decoction once or twice daily long-term.
Powder form can enhance decoction or be taken on its own for convenience.
Benefits of Huai Hua
Huai Hua is bitter, slightly cold.
Reduces dizziness
Maintain vascular resistance
Aids in red eye and headaches
Cools and stops bleeding.
Clears the Liver and drains fire.
Channels are: Huai Hua influences Liver, Large Intestine.
Herbs that Regulate Blood: Cools the blood and stops bleeding.
What is Huai Hua? The Chinese Herb Huai Hua is the flower that comes from the Japanese pagoda tree a medium to large deciduous tree
native to China and Korea that is widely cultivated for its attractive, late summer blossoming of fragrant white flowers. These flowers are then picked,
gathered, dried, and ground into powder for use as a medicine. The fresh juice can also be used medicinally, or it can be charred to
increase its function to stop bleeding.
Flos Sophorae Immaturus is the dried flower or flower bud of Sophora japonica L. (Fam. Fabaceae). The flower is known as Huai Hua and the main active ingredient is rutin.
Granule Composition: 86% extract + 14% maltodextrin
Package Size: 100 g concentrated granules
Form: 5X Concentrated Granules
Dosage: Take 1 g each time, 1 to 2 times per day, or as instructed by a herbal practitioner. Dissolve in hot water or mix into yogurt.
Consult your healthcare professional for correct dosage.
Origin: China
Brand: Activeherb Single Herb, Concentrated Extract
Caution: Do not use if pregnant or nursing. Do not use in large doses. Overdosing may cause abdominal pain, diarrhea, and dry mouth
Interesting Fact About Huai Hua
Huai Hua gets its English name "Scholar Tree Flower Buds" from the practice of scholars and students in ancient China using the bright yellow dye
extracted from the flower buds as ink for writing and calligraphy.
The vibrant yellow pigment compound found in Huai Hua is called rutin or rutoside. In addition to being used as a natural dye,
rutin has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that contribute to Huai Hua's medicinal effects.
However, extracting the dye from fresh Huai Hua buds was a tedious process requiring pounds of buds to
make just an ounce of ink. Despite this, the distinct yellow hue became prized by scholars and calligraphers.
Writings and artwork using the Huai Hua-derived "scholar's ink" can still be found preserved from as early as the Tang Dynasty over
1,200 years ago. The superior light-fastness of the dye allowed these works to retain their original vivid colors over centuries.
So while modern uses focus on Huai Hua's therapeutic applications, the herb had an important role in ancient
Chinese art and writing as one of the only sources for a brilliant, long-lasting yellow pigment. Its use as calligrapher's ink is part of its fascinating history.
References
https://www.chineseherbshealing.com/proven-herbal-remedies/sophora-japonica.html
https://www.phytochem-sciences.com/product/sophora-japonica-extract/
https://www.americandragon.com/Individualherbsupdate/HuaiHuaMi.html
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2954919/
