Sang Ju Yin
Star桑菊饮 (Mulberry Leaf and Chrysanthemum Drink)
Source: Wen Bing Tiao Bian — Wu Jutong (Qing, 1798)
Last updated August 30, 2026
Description
Sang Ju Yin (Mulberry Leaf and Chrysanthemum Drink) is a mild formula for Wind-Heat at the beginning of a cough with relatively mild systemic symptoms. Lighter than Yin Qiao San, it specifically targets the Lung with its cough-stopping and Wind-Heat dispersing actions. It is the formula of choice when Wind-Heat invasion has predominant respiratory symptoms with mild fever and no significant sore throat.
Composition
| Herb | Amount | % | Role | Function |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sang Ye | 7.5g | 19.48% | Jun (Chief) | Disperses wind-heat from the Lung collaterals and stops cough |
| Ju Hua | 3g | 7.79% | Jun (Chief) | Disperses wind-heat and clears the head and eyes |
| Xing Ren | 6g | 15.58% | Chen (Deputy) | Directs Lung qi downward and stops cough |
| Jie Geng | 6g | 15.58% | Chen (Deputy) | Opens Lung qi (with Xing Ren restores the Lung's ascent and descent) |
|
Bo He
Add near the end of decoction.
|
2.5g | 6.49% | Chen (Deputy) | Disperses wind-heat and vents the exterior |
| Lian Qiao | 5g | 12.99% | Zuo (Assistant) | Clears heat and relieves toxicity |
| Lu Gen | 6g | 15.58% | Zuo (Assistant) | Clears heat and generates fluids |
| Gan Cao | 2.5g | 6.49% | Shi (Envoy) | Harmonizes the formula and benefits the throat |
Total weight: 54g
Dui Yao — Core Herb Pairs
The classical two-herb combinations at the heart of this formula, as recorded on the herbs' own pages — each pair has an action neither herb has alone.
Energetics dose-weighted
The formula's overall nature, taste balance and channel reach, weighted by each herb's dose. Classical formulas often pair warm and cool herbs on purpose, so a net figure summarises the mix — it doesn't describe every herb in it.
Nature
Net cool (-0.82)
From 100% of the weighed grams.
Grams by band: cold 35%, cool 27%, neutral 22%, warm 16%.
Taste
- pungent 14%
- sweet 36%
- bitter 50%
From 100% of the weighed grams.
Channels reached
- Lung 100%
- Liver 34%
- Stomach 22%
- Heart 20%
- Large intestine 16%
- Small intestine 13%
Share of the grams entering each channel, from 100% of the weighed grams.
Dose-weighted from each herb's recorded nature, taste and channels (missing values are left out, never counted as neutral). It describes the composition — it is not a recommendation.
Preparation
Decoct lightly for only 5–10 minutes (aromatic herbs). Take warm for fever or at room temperature.
Dosage
Decoction: take every 4–6 hours for acute conditions. Light decoction only — do not over-cook.
Conditions Addressed
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Traditional formula information is for educational purposes only. Herbal formulas should be prescribed by a qualified practitioner — dosages and combinations are individualized and can interact with medications.
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