The efficacy and function of Ye Shang Zhu

Ye Shangzhu is a common Chinese medicine. It can be used for medicinal purposes as well as for food. Moreover, the effects and functions of Ye Shangzhu are quite comprehensive. Let's take a look at it together.

[Other names] Yin-syndrome medicine, most ginseng (Illustrated Catalogue of Plant Names and Realities), leaf flowers (Emei Medicinal Plants), leaf fruits (Illustrated Guide to Chinese Medicinal Plants).

[Source] The leaves and fruits of Cornaceae plants, such as Cornus officinalis, Tibetan Cornus officinalis or Chinese Cornus officinalis . In summer or early autumn, before the leaves turn yellow, pick the fruits with the leaves and use them fresh or dry them.

[Original form] ① Green pod leaves (Illustrated Catalogue of Plant Names and Realities), also known as: green leaves supporting red beads.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter and pungent, neutral.

【Functions and indications】 Treat dysentery, blood in stool, carbuncle, boil, swelling and burns.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 3 to 8 qian. For external use: mash and apply.

[Additional prescription] ① Treat dysentery: Pearl on leaves, Purslane, Pig seedlings, Allium macrostemon. Decoction in water. (Sichuan Traditional Chinese Medicine Records)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Compilation of Commonly Used Folk Herbs".

Through the above introduction, everyone has a good understanding of the Chinese medicine Ye Shang Zhu, which has a very good effect in treating diseases. However, it should be noted that when using Ye Shang Zhu, some methods and techniques should be mastered for healthy and scientific consumption.