Southern Ban Lan Gen Tablets – Nan Ban Lan Gen Pian – Plum Flower – 100 Tablets
A focused three-herb traditional Chinese formula used in TCM to clear Heat, expel Toxic-Heat, benefit the throat, and invigorate the Blood.
Southern Ban Lan Gen Tablets, traditionally called Nan Ban Lan Gen Pian, combine Southern Ban Lan Gen with Pu Gong Ying and Zi Hua Di Ding in a convenient prepared tablet.
This is a relatively simple Chinese herbal formula containing just three traditional herbs. Each has a closely related role in the formula, creating a concentrated combination traditionally associated with patterns of excess Heat and Toxic-Heat.
What Are Southern Ban Lan Gen Tablets?
Southern Ban Lan Gen Tablets (Nan Ban Lan Gen Pian) are a traditional Chinese herbal combination centered around Nan Ban Lan Gen, or Southern Ban Lan Gen.
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, the formula's traditional actions are:
- Clears Heat
- Expels Toxic-Heat
- Benefits the throat
- Invigorates the Blood
If you are unfamiliar with Chinese herbal terminology, Heat and Toxic-Heat are TCM pattern descriptions. They do not mean that the product literally removes toxins from the body, nor are they conventional medical diagnoses.
The combination of only three herbs also makes this formula quite different from many Plum Flower formulas containing 10, 15, or even more individual ingredients.
Southern Ban Lan Gen Is Not the Same Plant as Regular Ban Lan Gen
This distinction is important when choosing a Ban Lan Gen product.
Southern Ban Lan Gen (Nan Ban Lan Gen) is derived from Baphicacanthus cusia, also known botanically as Strobilanthes cusia.
It should not be confused with the herb commonly called Ban Lan Gen or Northern Ban Lan Gen, which is generally derived from Isatis indigotica.
The two herbs have overlapping traditional applications in Chinese herbalism, which is one reason their names are sometimes used loosely. However, they are botanically different plants with different chemical profiles.
This Plum Flower formula contains Southern Ban Lan Gen — Nan Ban Lan Gen.
Product Details at a Glance
Traditional Name: Nan Ban Lan Gen Pian
English Name: Southern Ban Lan Gen Tablets
Brand: Plum Flower
SKU: 13733
Form: Prepared herbal tablets
Bottle Size: 100 tablets
Formula Size: 3 traditional herbs
Label Directions: 3 tablets, 3 times daily as needed
Approximate Supply: Approximately 11 days when taking 9 tablets per day
Origin: China
Preparation Required: None — swallow the prepared tablets according to label directions
What's in Southern Ban Lan Gen Tablets?
This formula contains only three traditional herbs. Rather than simply listing their botanical names, the chart below explains why each herb is included according to traditional Chinese herbal theory.
| Pin Yin | Botanical / Ingredient | Traditional Role in the Formula |
|---|---|---|
| Nan Ban Lan Gen | Baphicacanthus cusia root (Strobilanthes cusia) |
The central herb of the formula. Traditionally clears Heat and resolves Toxic-Heat while contributing to the formula's traditional throat-supporting action. |
| Pu Gong Ying | Taraxacum mongolicum herb | Traditionally clears Heat and resolves Toxic-Heat. It complements Nan Ban Lan Gen and broadens the formula's Heat-clearing action. |
| Zi Hua Di Ding | Viola yedoensis herb | Traditionally clears Heat and resolves Toxic-Heat, reinforcing the principal action shared by the other two herbs. |
Other Ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose, dextrin, hypromellose, polyethylene glycol, and magnesium stearate.
How Does the Formula Work as a Whole?
Southern Ban Lan Gen Tablets are unusual in their simplicity. Instead of combining a large number of herbs with widely different functions, all three herbs reinforce the formula's central Heat-clearing strategy.
Nan Ban Lan Gen serves as the central herb. Pu Gong Ying and Zi Hua Di Ding complement it with their own traditional Heat-clearing and Toxic-Heat-resolving properties.
The result is a focused three-herb formula traditionally used when a Chinese medicine practitioner identifies the corresponding TCM pattern.
What Does “Toxic-Heat” Mean?
Toxic-Heat is a traditional Chinese medicine term and can be confusing when translated literally into English.
It does not mean that a person has been poisoned or that these tablets physically detoxify chemicals from the body.
Instead, Toxic-Heat describes a particular pattern within traditional Chinese medicine. Herbs categorized as clearing Heat or resolving Toxic-Heat are selected according to that traditional pattern system.
Likewise, the traditional action of “benefiting the throat” describes the formula's place within Chinese herbal theory and should not be interpreted as a claim that the product treats strep throat, influenza, tonsillitis, or another infection.
Why Choose Southern Ban Lan Gen Tablets?
Preparing these herbs traditionally could require purchasing the individual ingredients, measuring them, preparing a decoction, and straining the herbs before use.
Plum Flower Southern Ban Lan Gen Tablets provide the complete three-herb formula in a prepared tablet form.
There is no measuring, simmering, brewing, or straining required. The 100-count bottle is also easy to store and convenient to use when the traditional formula has already been selected for your needs.
How Do I Take Southern Ban Lan Gen Tablets?
The bottle directions state:
3 tablets, 3 times daily as needed.
At 9 tablets per day, a 100-tablet bottle provides approximately 11 days of use.
Always follow the directions printed on the bottle you receive or the instructions provided by your qualified healthcare practitioner.
Who Should Use Extra Caution?
Consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before using this product during pregnancy.
People taking prescription medications, managing a chronic medical condition, preparing for surgery, or using multiple herbal supplements should discuss their supplement use with their physician, pharmacist, or qualified herbal practitioner.
Do not use an herbal supplement as a substitute for appropriate medical evaluation of a persistent or severe sore throat, difficulty swallowing or breathing, high or persistent fever, dehydration, or other significant symptoms.
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Research on Herbs Found in Southern Ban Lan Gen Tablets
Southern Ban Lan Gen and Pu Gong Ying have been investigated in modern scientific research for their phytochemistry and biological activities. Much of this research is laboratory, preclinical, or review research and does not establish that Southern Ban Lan Gen Tablets prevent or treat viral or bacterial infections.
Nan Ban Lan Gen – Strobilanthes cusia / Baphicacanthus cusia
PubMed: Strobilanthes cusia – Traditional Uses, Phytochemistry & Pharmacology
Pu Gong Ying – Taraxacum mongolicum
PubMed: Taraxacum mongolicum – Pharmacological Properties & Potential Applications
Pu Gong Ying – Taraxacum mongolicum
PubMed: Taraxacum mongolicum Polysaccharides – Biological Activities Review
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Southern Ban Lan Gen Tablets?
Southern Ban Lan Gen Tablets, or Nan Ban Lan Gen Pian, are a three-herb traditional Chinese formula containing Nan Ban Lan Gen, Pu Gong Ying, and Zi Hua Di Ding.
What are Southern Ban Lan Gen Tablets traditionally used for?
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, the formula traditionally clears Heat, expels Toxic-Heat, benefits the throat, and invigorates the Blood. These are traditional TCM actions rather than conventional medical claims.
Is Southern Ban Lan Gen the same as regular Ban Lan Gen?
No. Southern Ban Lan Gen, or Nan Ban Lan Gen, comes from Baphicacanthus cusia / Strobilanthes cusia. The herb commonly called Ban Lan Gen or Northern Ban Lan Gen generally comes from Isatis indigotica. They have overlapping traditional applications but are botanically different herbs.
How many herbs are in this formula?
There are only three traditional herbs: Nan Ban Lan Gen, Pu Gong Ying, and Zi Hua Di Ding.
How do I take Southern Ban Lan Gen Tablets?
The bottle directions state 3 tablets, 3 times daily as needed. Follow the directions printed on the bottle you receive or the instructions of your healthcare practitioner.
How long does a bottle last?
The bottle contains 100 tablets. At 3 tablets three times daily, or 9 tablets per day, the bottle provides approximately 11 days.
Do I need to brew Southern Ban Lan Gen as a tea?
No. This product is already prepared as tablets, so there is no measuring, simmering, or straining required.
Are Southern Ban Lan Gen Tablets the same as Ban Lan Gen tea?
No. Although the products may have related traditional uses, this particular product is a three-herb tablet formula containing Southern Ban Lan Gen. Always check the ingredient list when comparing Ban Lan Gen products because different products can contain different Ban Lan Gen species and additional ingredients.
Southern Ban Lan Gen – A Focused Three-Herb Traditional Formula
Southern Ban Lan Gen Tablets combine Nan Ban Lan Gen, Pu Gong Ying, and Zi Hua Di Ding in one convenient prepared formula. All three herbs contribute to the formula's traditional Heat-clearing strategy while Nan Ban Lan Gen provides its distinctive Southern Ban Lan Gen identity.
For customers who have already identified Nan Ban Lan Gen Pian as the traditional formula they are looking for, the tablets eliminate the need to purchase and prepare the three herbs separately.
100 tablets • 3-herb formula • Label directions: 3 tablets, 3 times daily as needed • No brewing required
Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Information concerning traditional uses refers to Traditional Chinese Medicine theory and is provided for educational purposes only. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before using dietary supplements, particularly if you have a medical condition, take medications, are pregnant, nursing, or are preparing for surgery.
