zuk1 jyu4竹茹
Jyutpingzuk1 jyu4
Yalejūk yùh
Definition
The inner layer of fresh bamboo trunk, used in traditional Chinese medicine.
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How it's used
Primarily encountered in the context of traditional Chinese medicine shops or herbal soup recipes. It is valued for its cooling properties and is frequently paired with other herbs to treat respiratory issues. Unlike general bamboo products, it refers specifically to the processed, fibrous inner layer of the stem.
Measure word
fan2份fánExamples
The doctor said this bamboo shavings can clear heat and resolve phlegm.
Did you buy bamboo shavings to make soup?
Related words
Common phrases
bamboo shavings soup
heat-clearing bamboo shavings
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