Donkey Penis, a name in traditional Chinese medicine. It is the male external genitalia of the donkey (Equus asinus L.), an animal of the Equidae family. It has the effects of tonifying the kidneys and enhancing yang, as well as strengthening tendons and bones. It is primarily used to treat impotence with cold sensation in the lower abdomen, soreness and weakness of tendons and bones, bone tuberculosis, osteomyelitis, and insufficient lactation in women.
Donkey Penis
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Donkey Penis, a name in traditional Chinese medicine. It is the male external genitalia of the donkey (Equus asinus L.), an animal of the Equidae family. It has the effects of tonifying the kidneys and enhancing yang, as well as strengthening tendons and bones. It is primarily used to treat impotence with cold sensation in the lower abdomen, soreness and weakness of tendons and bones, bone tuberculosis, osteomyelitis, and insufficient lactation in women.
Chinese Name : 驴阴茎
Latin Name : Equus asinus L.
Aliases : Donkey Penis, Three Donkey Parts, Donkey Kidney
Nature, Flavor & Meridian Tropism : Taste: sweet and salty; Nature: warm
Benefits & Efficacy
Benefits
Tonifies the kidneys and enhances virility; strengthens tendons and bones.
Indications
Mainly used for impotence, coldness in the lower abdomen, soreness and weakness of tendons and bones, bone tuberculosis, osteomyelitis, and insufficient lactation in women.
Usage and Dosage
Internal use: Decocted as a soup, 9–15 g; or incorporated into pills or powders.
Relevant Discussions
1. *Compendium of Materia Medica*: Strengthens the yang and fortifies the tendons.
2. *Chronicle of Sichuan Chinese Herbal Medicine*: Nourishes the kidneys and strengthens yang. Treats erectile dysfunction, weakness and soreness of tendons and bones, and cold sensation in the scrotum.
3. *Jilin Chinese Herbal Medicine*: Strengthens tendons, fortifies bones, and nourishes yin to treat deficiency. Treats bone tuberculosis, osteomyelitis, blood deficiency and qi weakness, and insufficient lactation in women.
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Applications
Clinical Applications
1. For insufficient lactation in women: 30 g of raw Astragalus, 15 g of Wangbuliu. Add 3 kg of water and decoct until reduced to 2 kg; remove the herbs. Use this decoction to simmer the donkey kidney until tender; consume the kidney and drink the broth. (*Jilin Chinese Herbal Medicine*)
2. For habitual miscarriage: 1 donkey kidney, 90g donkey-hide gelatin. Dry the donkey kidney in the shade according to standard preparation methods; stir-fry the donkey-hide gelatin until it forms beads. Grind both into a fine powder and mix thoroughly. Take 9g each in the morning and evening. (*Medicinal Animals of Inner Mongolia*)
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Processing & Preparation
Harvesting & Processing
After slaughtering a male donkey, remove its penis and testicles, trim off any remaining meat and fat, wash thoroughly, and hang in a well-ventilated area to air-dry or sun-dry.
Processing Methods
1. Donkey Penis: Take the raw material, wash it, moisten it until soft, or briefly boil it in water, then slice it and dry it.
2. Roasted Donkey Penis: Take the sliced donkey penis, roast it with fine sand or talcum powder until it swells slightly and turns yellow on the surface, then remove and let cool.
Storage Methods
Store in a dry, airtight container. Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place to prevent insect infestation.
Crude Drug Identification
Properties of Crude Drugs
This product is a cylindrical strip or slightly curved piece, approximately 30 cm long and 3–4 cm in diameter, with a rounded, larger, black tip; each side of the base has a large testicle that is fleshy and firm. It has a fishy odor.
Properties of Processed Slices
1. Donkey Penis: Presents as irregular chunks or slices. The surface is pale yellowish-white, the texture is tough and resilient, and the cross-section is spongy. It has a fishy odor.
2. Roasted Donkey Penis: Resembles the raw donkey penis in shape, but the surface is charred yellow, slightly puffed up, and has a roasted aroma.
Botanical Information
Morphological Characteristics
Donkeys are smaller than horses, typically weighing around 200 kg. They have a relatively long head, round eyes, and a pair of prominent, long ears. The neck is long and broad, with short, sparse mane hair along the nape. The body is well-proportioned, with short, stout limbs and hard hooves.Long hair grows at the tip of the tail. Donkeys are primarily black, chestnut, or gray in color. The famous Chinese breed, the Guan Zhong donkey, is large in stature and highly fertile.
Distribution Area
They are raised throughout northern China.
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