The efficacy and function of purple leaf begonia

Purple-leaf Begonia is a medicinal material frequently used in traditional Chinese medicine and is often used to treat various diseases. So today I would like to share with you some information about Purple-leaf Begonia.

[Source] Medicinal material source: the whole herb with rhizomes of Begonia pubescens, a plant of the Begoniaceae family.

[Original form] Perennial succulent herb. The leaves are large, with densely pubescent petioles; the leaf blades are up to 20 cm long, with white annular bands on the upper side and densely pubescent green or purple hairs on the lower side. Cymes contain many flowers; peduncle is longer than petiole; male and female tepals are 3-5cm long. Capsule 2-locular.

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: Grown on moist rocks under the forest.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter; neutral

【Functions and indications】 Relaxes muscles and tendons; detoxifies and reduces swelling. Paralysis of main limbs; sequelae of meningitis; sores, boils and swellings

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoction, 10-15g. For external use: take appropriate amount and mash fresh product for application.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

Through the introduction of the above content, we can understand that the traditional Chinese medicine purple-leaf begonia plays a very important role in many aspects. Proper consumption of purple-leaf begonia has many benefits to our body.