Effects and functions of tin leaf vine

Most Chinese medicinal materials have good effects on the treatment of diseases, such as Tin Leaf Vine. Below we will give a basic introduction to the relevant information about Tin Leaf Vine.

[Other names] Astringent leaf vine, brown rice vine, waterwheel vine

[Source] Tetracera asiatica (Lour.) Hoogl., Tetracera asiatica (Lour.) Hoogl., Tetracera scandens (L.) Merr., the roots, leaves and vines are used as medicine.

[Original form] The leaf surface is rough and can be used to rub tin utensils and tools, so it is called "Tin Leaf Vine".

【Habitat distribution】 Guangdong and Guangxi.

【Nature and flavor】 Sour, astringent, neutral.

【Functions and indications】Astringent and antidiarrheal, reducing swelling and relieving pain. It is mainly used to treat diarrhea, blood in the stool, hepatosplenomegaly, uterine prolapse, leucorrhea, and rheumatic joint pain.

【Usage and Dosage】 0.5～1 liang.

[Additional prescription] Diarrhea: 5 qian of Xiyeteng, 1 liang of Dafeiyang, decocted in water and taken orally.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

【Source】 Guangzhou Army "Handbook of Commonly Used Chinese Herbal Medicines"

From the above description, we can know that the nutritional value and medicinal value of tin-leaf vine are very high. It can treat some diseases and can also be used as a raw material for diet therapy. It is indeed a good choice for health and wellness.