The efficacy and function of wild sumac leaves

Everyone is familiar with the leaves of wild sumac, but of course some people are relatively unfamiliar with them. In fact, wild lacquer leaves are a relatively common Chinese medicinal material. So what exactly do wild sumac leaves do?

[Source] It is the leaves of the wild tonic tree of the Anacardiaceae family.

[Original form] Wild lacquer tree (Illustrated Catalogue of Plant Names and Realities), also known as: Dyed Mountain Red (Illustrated Catalogue of Plant Names and Realities), mountain lacquer, lacquerwood, and hairy-leaf lacquer.

【Habitat distribution】Grows in mountains and fields. Distributed in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Anhui, Fujian, Taiwan, Jiangxi, Hubei, Hunan, Guizhou, Sichuan and other places.

【Chemical composition】 Contains wild sumac glycoside. The branches contain fisetin and xanthocyanin. The seeds contain fatty oil.

[Pharmacological action] Fisetin has an antispasmodic effect. In the small intestine specimens of mice, its anti-spasmodic effect of acetylcholine was 166% of that of papaverine.

[Properties and flavors] "Fujian Folk Herbs": "spicy, warm, non-toxic."

【Functions and indications】 Treat ascariasis, traumatic bleeding, and calluses.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 3 to 5 qian. For external use: grind into powder and sprinkle or mash for application.

[Additional prescription] ① Treating ascaris: 3 to 5 qian of wild lacquer tree leaves. Add appropriate amount of water and boil it, take half a bowl and drink it warm before breakfast and dinner. (Fujian Folk Herbs)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

The above is an introduction to the effects and functions of wild lacquer leaves. If you want to eat wild lacquer leaves, it is best to consult a Chinese medicine practitioner. I hope this helps you all.