Other Names: Baikal Skullcap • Helmet flower • Scutellaria • Hoodwort • Pian Qin • Tiao Qin • Lao Gen Zi Qin • Bei Qin • Scutellaria • Scute • Ogon • Hwanggeum • Dan Huang Qin • Zi Huang Qin • Ku Huang Qin • Chao Huang QinJiu Chao Huang Qin • Quaker Bonnet
Plant Family: Labiatae
People often confuse Scutellaria Baicalensis with Scutellaria Lateriflora. S. lateriflora is native to the U.S. and is primarily used to relieve stress, nervousness, and tension. It is a popular herb used by Native Americans.
The name skullcap came from the blue flowers that looks like the medieval European soldier helmets.
Skullcap is a part of the mint family. People allergic to mint should also avoid this herb.
Species
There are many species of Scutellaria. The following are the most popular in plant based medicine and can be confused with each other.
Scutellaria baicalensis (Baical Skullcap, 黄芩) is Huang Qin.
Scutellaria viscidula Bge. (Chinese Skullcap, 粘毛黄芩 ) is Nian Mao Huang Qin, may be used as substitute.
Scutellaria amoena (Chinese Skullcap, 滇黄芩) is Dian Huang Qin, may be used as substitute.
Scutellaria rehderiana Diels (Chinese Skullcap, 甘肃黄芩) is Gan Su Huang Qin, may be used as substitute.
Scutellaria lateriflora (American Skullcap) is used as a mild relaxant, anxiety, stress, and convulsions and may protect against alzheimer's disease. This is NOT a substitute for S. baicalensis.
Scutellaria barbata (Barbat Skullcap, 半枝莲) is Ban Zhi Lian. It is used to clear heat, reduce inflammation, reduce toxins, and invigorate blood. This is NOT a substitute for S. baicalensis.
Growth
Scutellariae baicalensis georgi is NOT in the USDA Plant Database.
USA: Scutellariae baicalensis georgi is not available in the wild
Chuan Lian Zi + Cao Dou Kou + Lai Fu Zi + Hong Hua + Qian Cao + Bai Ji Li + Zao Jiao Ci + Bing Lang + Charred Shen Qu + Charred Shan Zha + Charred Mai Ya
An Gong Niu Huang Wan • Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang • Chai Ge Jie Ji Tang • Chai Hu Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang • Da Chai Hu Tang • Da Huang Zhe Chong Wan • Da Yuan Yin • Dang Gui Liu Huang Tang • Ding Chuan Tang • Fang Feng Tong Sheng San • Gan Lu Xiao Du Dan • Ge Gen Huang Lian Huang Qin Tang • Gu Jing Wan • Gun Tan Wan • Hao Qin Qing Dan Tang • Huang Lian e Jiao Tang • Huang Lian Jie Du Tang • Huang Tu Tang • Jiu Wei Qiang Huo Tang • Liang Ge San • Long Dan Xie Gan Tang • Pu Ji Xiao Du Yin • Qing Qi Hua Tan Wan • Qing Re Zhi Beng Tang • Qing Wen Bai Du Yin • Shao Yao Tang • Shi Gao Tang • Tian MaGou Teng Yin • Xiao Chai Hu Tang • Xiao Xu Ming Tang • Xie Xin Tang • Zhong Man Fen Xiao Wan
Charred root •Huang Qin Tan • 黃芩炭 • Stop bleeding3,21
Dried fried root • Chao Huang Qin • 炒黃芩 • Clear lower burner heat or balance fetal qi, less cold on the spleen and stomach3,21
Young root • Zi Huang Qin • 子黃芩 • Drains large intestine fire and lower burner fire3,21
Alert
Be cautious with all medicine.
Huang Qin can induce liver injury. Nineteen Japanese patients reported liver injury from the use of Huang Qin (Ogon in Kampo medicine) ref
Skullcap is a part of the mint family. People allergic to mint should also avoid this herb.
Potential Drug Interactions
Herbal medicine may interact negatively with pharma drugs and other herbs. Examples below:
Herbs: Counteract Li Lu and Mu Dan Pi ♦ Sedative medication ♦ Antidiabetic: Mei Gui Hua, Du Zhong, Dang Shen, HuoLong Guo, rougui, Celery, Chamomile, Moringa Tree, Basil, Ku Gua, Hibiscus, Gou Qi Zi, Ju Hua, Xia Ku Cao, Dang Gui, Zhi Mu, Shi gao, Xuan Shen, Cang Zhu, Shan yao, Huang Qi, Artichoke, Gan Cao, Nu Zhen Zi, Ju Hua ♦ Hypotensive: ginseng, goji berry, cinnamon
Information in this post came from many sources, including class notes, practitioners, websites, webinars, books, magazines, and editor's personal experience. While the original source often came from historical Chinese texts, variations may result from the numerous English translations. Always consult a doctor prior to using these drugs. The information here is strictly for educational purposes.
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