The efficacy and function of sunflower flowers

Do you know what a sunflower is? If you know, do you understand the effects and functions of sunflower flowers? As a traditional medicinal material, what regulatory effects does sunflower flower have on our body? We will analyze them one by one for you below.

[Source] The flower buds of sunflower , a plant of the Asteraceae family, are harvested in autumn.

[Original morphology] The plant morphology is detailed in the entry for "sunflower seeds".

[Chemical composition] The flowers contain quercetin, triterpenoid saponins, sunflower saponins A, B, C, etc., and their aglycones are oleanolic acid and echinocystic acid. Pollen contains sterols, mainly β-sitosterol.

[Pharmacological action] The water extract of the flower was used to perfuse rabbit ears, which had a vasodilation effect. Subcutaneous injection in cats had a transient hypotensive effect. Intravenous injection in rabbits also caused respiratory excitement and a drop in blood pressure. It can also significantly enhance the contraction of the small intestine and can be used for intestinal weakness. The tincture is said to have an antipyretic effect.

【Functions and indications】 "Collection of Common Folk Herbal Medicines": "It can dispel wind and improve eyesight. It can treat dizziness and facial swelling, and can also induce labor."

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decocted in water, 2 to 8 qian (1 to 2 liang for fresh ones).

【Note】 Pregnant women should not take this medicine.

[Additional prescription] To treat toothache: 8 grams of sunflower flowers. Dry it in the sun and add it to dry tobacco for smoking. (Huaiyin "Selected Folk Prescriptions")

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Collection of Commonly Used Folk Herbs"

It can be seen that the medicinal value of sunflower flowers is still very obvious. However, not everyone can use sunflower flowers. We can judge based on our own physical condition.