鎖陽為鎖陽的乾燥肉質莖，是傳統本草中常見的草本材料之一，經適當採集、加工及乾燥後使用。
Suo Yang, commonly known as Locked-Yang, refers to the dried fleshy stem of the herb. It is a traditional herbal material used after appropriate harvesting, processing and drying.
認識一味藥材，了解一段草本文化
Discover an Herb, Explore a Story of Herbal Culture
鎖陽｜藏於荒漠中的草本莖材
Suo Yang | A Traditional Herb from the Desert
在眾多傳統藥材之中，鎖陽是一味外形十分特別的草本材料。它主要生長於乾燥、沙漠及荒漠地區，莖部肉質厚實，呈長圓柱形，乾燥後顏色由棕褐色至深棕色不等。
鎖陽的外形與一般我們熟悉的根類藥材有所不同，它沒有明顯的綠葉，而是以肉質莖部作為主要使用部分。切片後，可以看到較為緻密的內部組織，帶有自然的棕褐色至深褐色。
在傳統本草文化中，鎖陽常被視為具有滋養特色的草本材料，也常與其他藥材搭配使用。從乾燥荒漠環境中生長，到經過採集、切製與乾燥，鎖陽展現了草本植物適應自然環境的獨特生命力。
Among traditional herbal materials, Suo Yang is recognised for its distinctive appearance and growth environment. It is mainly found in dry desert and semi-desert regions. The herb develops a thick, fleshy stem that is generally cylindrical in shape, ranging from brownish to dark brown after drying.
Unlike many familiar root herbs, Suo Yang does not have prominent green leaves. Instead, its fleshy stem is the main part traditionally collected and used. When sliced, the interior shows a dense natural texture with brown to dark-brown tones.
In traditional herbal culture, Suo Yang is regarded as a nourishing herbal material and is often combined with other herbs in traditional preparations. From surviving in harsh desert environments to being carefully harvested, sliced and dried, Suo Yang reflects the remarkable adaptability of traditional herbal plants.
本草特性
Herbal Properties
溫性藥材
Warm-Natured Herb
傳統中醫理論認為，鎖陽屬溫性藥材，性質偏溫。
According to traditional Chinese medicine theory, Suo Yang is considered warm in nature.
溫補腎陽
Supporting
Kidney Yang
傳統上用於溫補腎陽，屬於傳統本草中偏向溫補類的草本材料。
Traditionally used to support Kidney Yang and regarded as a warming and nourishing herbal material.
潤腸通便
Supporting Bowel Movement
傳統上用於潤腸及幫助維持順暢的排便狀態。
Traditionally used to support intestinal moisture and healthy bowel movement.
強筋健骨
Supporting Muscles & Bones
傳統上用於強筋健骨，常作為滋養筋骨類的草本材料。
Traditionally used as a nourishing herbal material to support muscles and bones.
從草本植物，到一味藥材
From Plant To Herb
each herb goes through a series of steps — from harvesting and processing to inspection and selection.
從藥材到日常
From Herb To Daily Life
日常湯品
Herbal Soup
草本配方
Herbal Blends
日常湯品
Herbal Soup
煮茶
Herbal Tea
草本配方
Herbal Blends
保存方法 Storage
置於陰涼乾燥處，密封保存，避免陽光直射，以保持藥材乾燥與品質。
Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container, away from direct sunlight, to help maintain freshness and quality.
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