Zao Jiao Ci – 皂角刺

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Zao Jiao Ci (皂角刺) is the thorn or spine of Gleditsia sinensis, harvested and processed for herbal use. In classical herbal theory, it is considered warm in nature with an acrid flavour. It is used in formula collections to support internal harmony, assist in clearing accumulations, and guide movement along internal pathways.

Phoenix Medical’s Zao Jiao Ci is cultivated under DaoDi principles in its traditional sourcing regions. It is grown without synthetic herbicides or pesticides, processed without sulphur, and handled in GMP-certified facilities. Each batch is fully traceable and rigorously tested to meet EU and UK standards of purity, safety, and consistency.

Key Features
Feature Description
Botanical Name Gleditsia sinensis Lam.
Chinese Name 皂角刺 (Zao Jiao Ci)
Common Name Gleditsia Thorn / Honeylocust Spine
Part Used Thorn / spine
Form Concentrated granules
Quality Standard Treated without sulphur, treated without herbicides, treated without pesticides
Affected Meridians Liver, Lung, Stomach
Storage Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
Additional Information

This product is suitable for professional herbal practitioners and is supplied in accordance with traditional herbal preparation methods. Each batch undergoes rigorous quality control testing to ensure compliance with EU and UK regulatory standards. Sourced from established DaoDi regions and processed in GMP-certified facilities for optimal quality and traceability.

Expiry Date: 30/11/2027

Description

Zao Jiao Ci – 皂角刺
Latin name: Spina Gleditsiae
Common name: Gleditsia Thorn / Honeylocust Spine
Part used: Thorn / spine
Type: Granule
Traditional meridian affiliation: Liver, Lung, Stomach

Zao Jiao Ci (皂角刺) is the thorn or spine of Gleditsia sinensis, harvested and processed for herbal use. In classical herbal theory it is considered warm in nature with an acrid flavour. It is used in formula collections to support internal harmony, assist in clearing accumulations, and guide movement along internal pathways.

Phoenix Medical’s Zao Jiao Ci is cultivated under DaoDi principles in its traditional sourcing regions. It is grown without synthetic herbicides or pesticides, processed without sulphur, and handled in GMP-certified facilities. Each batch is fully traceable and rigorously tested to meet EU and UK standards of purity, safety, and consistency.

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