Which is more expensive, Chuan Bei or Chuan Bei Mu

Chuanbeimu is usually more expensive than Chuanbeimu. Although Sichuan fritillaria and Sichuan Fritillaria have similar names, they are actually different parts of the same plant. Sichuan Fritillaria is the dried bulb of the lily family plant Sichuan Fritillaria, while Sichuan Fritillaria often refers to its processed or non genuine products, with differences in efficacy and market price. Due to the scarcity of wild resources, difficulty in harvesting, and high medicinal value, the market price of Fritillaria thunbergii is generally high. The bulb of this plant contains abundant alkaloids such as berberine A and berberine B, which have the effects of moistening the lungs, relieving cough, resolving phlegm, and dispersing nodules. It is commonly used to treat symptoms such as lung dryness, cough, and lung abscess. Authentic Sichuan Fritillaria requires strict screening and processing, resulting in higher costs, especially for high-quality varieties such as pine shells and green shells, which are more expensive.

Sichuan Fritillaria is often a substitute or non-standard product for Sichuan Fritillaria, which may contain other Fritillaria plants or scraps from processing. Its medicinal efficacy is relatively weak and its sources are widespread, resulting in a lower price. Some commercially available Sichuan Fritillaria may be mixed with closely related varieties such as Zhejiang Fritillaria and Ping Fritillaria. Although it has a certain cough stopping effect, its ingredient content and clinical efficacy are not as good as genuine Sichuan Fritillaria, so its market positioning tends to be in the middle and low end.

When purchasing, it is important to note that Sichuan Fritillaria is best with full bulbs and a white powdery cross-section, while Sichuan Fritillaria may have irregular shapes and a yellowish color. It is recommended to choose according to the needs of the disease under the guidance of a doctor or pharmacist, in order to avoid purchasing inferior products due to price differences. Daily storage should be placed in a cool and dry place to prevent moisture and mold from affecting the efficacy of the medicine.