The efficacy and function of Acacia vine

Traditional Chinese medicine is very effective in treating some special diseases, but we still need to understand it before taking it. Today we will talk about some common knowledge about the medicinal material Acacia vine.

[Other names] Wild licorice (Guangxi Medicinal Plant Atlas), mountain licorice (Guangxi Chinese Herbal Medicine).

[Source] The stems and leaves of the leguminous plant Abrassacus japonica. From May to October, pick young vines with leaves, cut them into small pieces about 2 cm long, and dry them in the sun.

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

[Habitat distribution] Produced in Guangdong, Guangxi and other places.

[Properties] Dry vine stems, thin and covered with sparse fine bristles. The leaves are pinnate compound leaves, with oblong leaflets that are smooth on the upper side and sparsely covered with fine bristles on the lower side that fall off easily. It has a slight smell and a sweet taste. The best ones are those with many leaves and green color.

[Chemical composition] The leaves contain saponins (such as glycyrrhizic acid).

【Nature and flavor】 "Guangxi Medicinal Plant Atlas": "Sweet in taste, cool in nature, non-toxic."

[Functions and indications] It can produce body fluid, moisten the lungs, clear away heat, and act as a diuretic. It can also treat sore throat, hepatitis, and bronchitis.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral administration: decoct in water, 3 to 5 qian. For external use: decoct in water for washing or mash for application.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Guangxi Medicinal Plant Atlas": Acacia vine has a sweet taste when chewed, so it is commonly known as wild licorice.

The unique living environment gives Acacia vine magical effects. After the introduction above, I believe everyone has a certain understanding. I hope that everyone can learn more about this in daily life, and be able to solve the difficulties in life while increasing experience.