Acorus tatarinowii (Shi Chang Pu) Extract Powder 10:1, 20:1, 50:1 TLC
【Other names】: Shi Chang Pu, Rhizoma Acori Graminei, Grassleaf Sweelflag Rhizome, Chang Pu, Rhizoma Acori Tatarinowii
【Botanical source】: Acorus tatarinowii Schott
【Part used】: Dry rhizomes of Acorus tatarinowii Schott, a plant in the Araceae family. Excavate in autumn and winter, remove roots and sediment, and dry in the sun.
【Specification】: 10:1, 20:1, 50:1 TLC
【Appearance】: Brownish yellow fine powder
【Particle size】: 95% pass 80 mesh size
Acorus tatarinowii (Shi Chang Pu) Extract Powder Production Flowchart
Acorus tatarinowii (Shi Chang Pu) raw materials – natural air drying–Coarse powder(40 mesh) -Low temperature water extraction – 1^st Reflux Extraction(10 times water,2 Hrs) – 2^nd Reflux Extraction8 times water,1.5 Hrs) – 3rd Reflux Extraction(6 times water,1 Hrs) – Extraction Solution-combine&Filtrate-Concentrate-Extractum-spray drying – screening – packaging – detection of physical and chemical indicators – warehousing

Specification Sheet of Shi Chang Pu Extract Powder

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Acorus tatarinowii (Shi Chang Pu) Function and Efficacy Recorded in TCM
In traditional Chinese medicine theory, Acorus calamus has a warm nature, a spicy and bitter taste, and is believed to be associated with the heart and stomach meridians. It has a fragrant aroma, is good at wandering, and has the core effects of “opening the orifices, expelling phlegm, awakening the mind, improving intelligence, and dispelling dampness and appetite”.

1.Open the orifice and expel phlegm, awaken the mind and relieve depression
Application: Mainly used to treat symptoms such as confusion, epilepsy, wind shock, forgetfulness, tinnitus, and drowsiness caused by phlegm dampness obscuring the mind. Traditional Chinese Medicine believes that “phlegm” and “dampness” are important pathological factors that lead to mental dysfunction. The fragrant aroma of Acorus calamus can ‘dispel dampness and phlegm’, unclog the blinded ‘mind and body’, and restore clarity of consciousness.

Classic prescriptions: In famous prescriptions such as Angong Niuhuang Wan and Changpu Yujin Tang, Changpu plays the role of a “pioneer”, guiding other drugs directly to the disease site and opening up blocked hearts.

2. Moisturize the stomach, digest food and stimulate appetite
Application: Used for abdominal distension, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, etc. caused by dampness obstruction in the middle burner (equivalent to obstruction of spleen and stomach function). Its aromatic qi can invigorate the spleen, stimulate appetite, and promote the function of metabolism.

Classic formula: often used in conjunction with moisturizing herbs such as Huoxiang, Houpu, and Sharen.

3. Awaken the mind and improve intelligence, calm the mind and strengthen the brain
Application: Although classified as an “orifice opening medicine”, Acorus calamus is also commonly used to treat insomnia, excessive dreaming, palpitations, forgetfulness, and lack of concentration caused by insufficient heart qi and heart blood deficiency. It achieves the effect of calming the mind and enhancing intelligence by harmonizing qi and blood, and smoothing the heart meridian, and is regarded as an ancient “intelligent medicine”.

Modern research progress and pharmacological effects of Acorus tatarinowii
Modern pharmacological research has revealed various biological activities of Acorus tatarinowii extract (mainly composed of volatile oil components such as β – Asarone, α – Asarone, and eugenol) from multiple levels such as chemistry, cell and animal experiments, providing scientific basis for its traditional efficacy.

1. Effects on the central nervous system
Neuroprotection and cognitive enhancement: This is the focus of modern research. Research has shown that Acorus tatarinowii extract and its active ingredients have multiple neuroprotective mechanisms, including antioxidant activity, inhibition of acetylcholinesterase activity, and reduction of β – amyloid toxicity. It can improve memory and learning abilities in various animal models, providing potential for the treatment of cognitive disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia.

Antiepileptic and Sedative: β – Asarone has been proven to have clear anticonvulsant and sedative effects, regulating the functions of systems such as GABA (an inhibitory neurotransmitter) in the brain, which scientifically explains its traditional mechanism for treating epilepsy and seizures.

Anti depression and anti anxiety: Studies have shown that Acorus tatarinowii extract can regulate monoamine neurotransmitters (such as serotonin and dopamine) in the brain, exhibiting effects similar to antidepressants and anti anxiety drugs, which coincides with its “awakening the mind and relieving depression” effect.

2. Effects on the cardiovascular system
Hypolipidemic and anti atherosclerosis: animal experiments found that Acorus tatarinowii Schott extract can effectively reduce serum total cholesterol, triglycerides and low-density lipoprotein levels, and inhibit the formation of atherosclerotic plaque.

Antiarrhythmic and myocardial protection: Studies have shown that it has a calcium channel blocking effect, can counteract various experimental arrhythmias, and has a protective effect on myocardial ischemia-reperfusion injury.

3. Other pharmacological effects
Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory: The volatile oil of Acorus tatarinowii has inhibitory effects on various bacteria and fungi (such as Candida albicans), and has good anti-inflammatory effects.

Spasmodic and anti asthmatic: It has a relaxing effect on bronchial smooth muscle and can be used to alleviate asthma and bronchospasm.

Digestive system regulation: It can promote the secretion of digestive fluids, alleviate smooth muscle spasms in the gastrointestinal tract, which provides a modern explanation for its “moistening and appetizing” effect.