The efficacy and function of the intoxicating vine

Drunken Soul Vine is one of the common traditional Chinese medicines in our country. The medicinal history of Drunken Soul Vine is very long. There are records of Drunken Soul Vine in many ancient medical books. Drunken Soul Vine has good edible value and medicinal value. Let’s take a look.

[Other names] Wild cowpea, old crow flower

[Source] Heterostemma alatum Wight, Apocynaceae , the root and the whole plant are used as medicine.

【Habitat distribution】 Guangdong, Guangxi, Sichuan, Guizhou and Yunnan.

【Pharmacological action】 The stems and leaves show cardiac glycoside reaction.

【Nature and flavor】 Spicy, neutral.

【Functions and indications】Dehumidification, detoxification, and antimalarial.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

[Source] First recorded in "Emeishan Flora".

The above is a detailed description of the effects and eating methods of Drunken Soul Vine. Medicines like Drunken Soul Vine are very effective in treating diseases. However, it should be noted that when using Drunken Soul Vine, it is necessary to use it in moderation and not too much, otherwise it will not be of any benefit to the body.