Heartleaf Moonseed Vine Stem Pieces (Tinospora Sinensis)

Heartleaf Moonseed Vine Stem Pieces (Tinospora sinensis) are the dried stems of a revered climbing vine used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and Ayurveda for its detoxifying, immune-modulating, and restorative properties. Known in TCM as Qing Feng Teng and in Ayurveda as Guduchi or Amrita, this herb is valued for its ability to clear heat, dispel wind-damp, and strengthen the body’s resistance to disease and fatigue.

In TCM, Heartleaf Moonseed Vine is considered bitter and slightly cold, entering the Liver and Spleen channels. It is traditionally used to clear heat, reduce inflammation, and relieve pain, particularly in conditions related to wind-damp obstruction such as arthritis, joint stiffness, and rheumatic pain. It also helps detoxify the body and cool the blood, making it suitable for skin eruptions or inflammatory conditions caused by internal heat.

In Ayurveda, Tinospora (Guduchi) is celebrated as a rasayana (rejuvenative herb) that boosts immunity, balances doshas, enhances vitality, and supports liver and digestive health. It is known as “Amrita,” meaning “nectar of immortality,” for its ability to rejuvenate and restore energy.

Modern phytochemical research identifies alkaloids, diterpenoid lactones, glycosides, and polysaccharides in Tinospora sinensis, which are associated with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, immunomodulatory, and hepatoprotective effects. These compounds support the herb’s traditional role as a systemic tonic and detoxifier.

Each batch of Heartleaf Moonseed Vine Stem Pieces (Tinospora sinensis) is carefully harvested, sliced, and sun-dried to preserve its fibrous texture, earthy aroma, and active compounds. When decocted, it produces a slightly bitter, cooling infusion used in detoxifying, immune-supportive, and anti-inflammatory herbal formulas.