Sang Bai Pi-Cortex Mori Radicis

Sang Bai Pi 桑白皮 is the dried root bark of Morus alba L., traditionally used in Chinese Medicine to clear lung heat, stop cough, and promote urination. It is especially effective for cough with thick yellow sputum and wheezing due to lung heat.

Traditional applications described for educational purposes. Professional guidance recommended for therapeutic use.

Key Benefits
Clears Lung Heat & Stops Cough（清肺热，止咳） – Treats cough and wheezing with thick sputum.
Promotes Urination & Reduces Edema（利尿消肿） – Helps relieve water retention and edema.
Lowers Blood Pressure（降压） – Traditionally used to support mild hypertension management.

Dosage & Administration
Decoction: 6–15 g, typically added early in decoction for full extraction.
Common Combinations: With Huang Qin for lung heat; with Ze Xie for edema.

Characteristics
Taste: Sweet, bland.
Nature: Cold.

Safety Notes
Use cautiously in cold or deficient conditions.
Avoid prolonged high-dose use without supervision.