The efficacy and function of the sap of the small tree

As a traditional Chinese medicine, the sap of the small tree has great medicinal value and can treat many diseases. Let’s take a closer look at it below.

[Source] Medicinal material source: The sap of the Broussonetia papyrifera plant of the Moraceae family.

【Original form】Deciduous shrub. The branches are significantly elongated and creeping, with latex. Simple leaves are alternate; petiole is 1-2cm long; leaf blade is ovate or ovate-elliptical, 3-13cm long, 2-5cm wide, apex acuminate, base cordate or nearly cordate, with 2-3 nipple-like glands, unlobed or 2-3 deeply lobed, green above, covered with procumbent hairs or nearly glabrous, light green below, covered with fine soft hairs, with fine serrations on the edge; 3 basal veins. Flowers are unisexual and monoecious; male inflorescence is a cylindrical catkin, 1-1.5 cm long; male flower perianth is 4-lobed; 4 stamens; female inflorescence is capitate, 4-6 mm in diameter; female flowers have short stalks or are nearly sessile, with 2-3 sharp teeth at the tip of the perianth tube; ovary is obovate, style is nearly lateral, and stigma is linear. The fruit is spherical, 0.7-1cm in diameter, fleshy, and red when ripe. The drupelets are oval and have warts on the surface. The flowering period is April-April, and the fruiting period is May-June.

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: Growing in hillside thickets, stream roadsides or secondary mixed forests at an altitude of 200-1700m.

【Nature and flavor】 Astringent; Cool

【Functions and indications】 Dispel wind and relieve itching; clear away heat and detoxify. Mainly used for dermatitis, scabies, snake, insect and dog bites

【Usage and Dosage】 For external use: take appropriate amount and apply the juice.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

Through the detailed introduction in this article, I believe everyone has a certain understanding of the functions and effects of the sap of the small tree. The several functions and effects introduced in the article are relatively common. I hope everyone can remember them and they will be helpful in your life.