The efficacy and function of Shiweigen

Everyone is familiar with Shi Weigen, of course some people are relatively unfamiliar with him. In fact, Shiweigen is a relatively common Chinese medicinal material. So what exactly does Shiweigen do?

[Source] It is the rhizome of many plants of the same genus, such as Pyrrosia odoratum , in the Polypodiaceae family.

【Original morphology】 The plant morphology is detailed in the entry for "Pyrrosia".

【Functions and indications】Relieve stranguria, relieve bloating, eliminate fatigue and fever, and stop bleeding. Treat gonorrhea, chest distension, fever due to deficiency, vomiting blood, and bleeding from trauma.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decocted in water, 1.5 to 3 qian. For external use: grind into powder and sprinkle.

[Additional prescription] ① To treat hand tremors: boil the rhizome of Sulphuria odoratum in water and drink it frequently as tea. (Compendium of Materia Medica in Southern Yunnan)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

After the above introduction to Shiweigen, we have a detailed understanding of Shiweigen. In life, we can learn more about the characteristics of Shiweigen and make full use of its medicinal value to serve our lives.