What is the TCM thermal nature of Longstamen Onion Bulb?

Longstamen Onion Bulb (Xie Bai) is classified as Pungent, bitter, warm; Heart, Lung, Stomach, Large Intestine in Traditional Chinese Medicine.

What are the traditional TCM uses of Longstamen Onion Bulb?

In TCM, Longstamen Onion Bulb is traditionally used for: Unblocks Yang, dissipates accumulations, moves qi, and relieves stagnation.

Where is Longstamen Onion Bulb documented in classical TCM texts?

Longstamen Onion Bulb appears in the Shennong Bencao Jing (~200 CE) and has been documented in TCM pharmacopoeia for over 1,800 years.

Longstamen Onion Bulb

Xie Bai · 薤白 · TCM Herb Encyclopedia entry maintained by tcmplate Editorial · Updated 2026-09-05

📋 TCM Classification

Thermal Nature & Flavor: Pungent, bitter, warm; Heart, Lung, Stomach, Large Intestine

Chinese Name: 薤白

Traditional Uses in Chinese Medicine

Unblocks Yang, dissipates accumulations, moves qi, and relieves stagnation.

Chinese pharmacopoeia: 通阳散结，行气异滞。

Classical References

Food Therapy Applications

In TCM food therapy, Longstamen Onion Bulb is traditionally incorporated into daily meals:

Congees (rice porridges): Slow-cooked with rice to support Spleen and Stomach function
Soups and broths: Combined with other food-grade herbs for seasonal wellness
Herbal teas: Steeped as a single herb or in compound tea formulas

Note: The above describes traditional food therapy use. It does not constitute medical advice. Consult a qualified TCM practitioner for personalized guidance.

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