The efficacy and function of wild peanuts

Wild peanut is a very common Chinese medicine and also a very important medicinal material. We need to pay attention to it. Wild peanuts can be used in combination with other medicines, and we need to take them appropriately according to our physical condition. Let’s take a look at the main effects and functions of the traditional Chinese medicine wild peanut.

[Source] The whole herb or leaves of Cassia tora, a plant of the Leguminosae family .

【Original morphology】 The plant morphology is detailed in the entry for "Cassia seed".

[Chemical composition] The whole plant contains D-mannitol, melissin, β-sitosterol and glucose. The leaves contain kaempferol-3-diglucoside.

[Properties and flavors] "Selected Chinese Herbal Medicines in Simao, Yunnan": "Cool in nature, bitter and sweet in taste."

【Functions and indications】Dispel wind, clear away heat, and improve eyesight.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 0.5 to 1 liang. For external use: mash and apply.

[Additional prescription] For treating influenza and colds: 50 cents to 1 ounce of wild peanuts, add licorice, and decoct in water. (Selected Chinese Herbal Medicines from Simao, Yunnan)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

The above is an introduction to some relevant knowledge about wild peanuts. Do you have a better understanding of it? I hope everyone can apply wild peanuts to our lives and serve our health.