Moutan bark

Ingredient Profile

Modern Research Perspective

Moutan Bark contains paeonol, monoterpene glycosides, and polyphenolic constituents. Cell and animal studies have examined possible anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, vascular, metabolic, and tissue-protective mechanisms. These findings remain dependent on extract composition and experimental dose and do not establish treatment efficacy in humans.

Human evidence for Moutan Bark alone is limited, and many clinical reports involve combined interventions that cannot isolate its contribution. The clinically relevant constituents, standardized dosing, interactions, and long-term safety profile require further controlled studies.

Traditional Function

In traditional Chinese medicine, Moutan Bark is slightly cold, bitter, and pungent. It is used to clear heat and cool the blood, invigorate blood and disperse stasis, and clear deficiency heat. Its use is interpreted according to patterns involving heat in the blood, blood stasis, or deficiency heat.