The efficacy and function of iris root

We know that there are many kinds of Chinese medicinal materials, and iris root is one of them. In order for the iris root to play its role correctly and scientifically, it is necessary to master its consumption method, because different medicinal materials have their own unique nutrition and efficacy. Let’s study it below.

【Other name】 Hexagonal hemp root

[Source] Medicinal material source: the rhizome and root of Iris parviflora, a plant of the Iridaceae family.

[Original form] Small-flowered iris is a perennial herb, 30-40cm tall. The base of the plant is surrounded by brown old leaf sheath fibers and needle-shaped sheath leaves. The rhizome is horizontal, relatively thick, and has obvious joints. Basal leaves are sword-shaped or linear, 10-40cm long, 3-8mm wide, acuminate at apex, sheath-shaped at base, and entire; there are 3-4 stem leaves, which are shorter than basal leaves. The flower stem is flat, with 2 bracts, lanceolate; containing 1-2 flowers; the pedicel is 3-5.5cm long, and bends after the flowers fade; the flowers are blue-purple or light blue, 5-6cm in diameter, the outer lobes are spoon-shaped, with dark purple annular patches, the midrib is densely covered with orange-yellow whisker-like appendages, and the inner lobes are lanceolate and inclined; there are 3 stamens and white anthers; the ovary is inferior, 3-chambered, the style branches are flat, 3-branched, petal-shaped, 2-lobed at the apex, and the edges are serrated. The capsule is oval, 5-5.5 cm long and 1-1.5 cm in diameter, with a slender and pointed beak at the tip, and splits into three petals longitudinally when ripe. Seeds are pear-shaped and brown. The flowering period is April-May, and the fruiting period is July-August.

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: Grown in mountains, roadsides, forest edges or under sparse forests.

【Nature and flavor】 Pungent; warm; slightly toxic

【Functions and indications】Promote blood circulation and relieve pain; dispel wind and dampness. Mainly used for injuries from falls; wind-cold-damp arthralgia; mad dog bites; snake bites

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: soak in wine, 3-6g. For external use: take appropriate amount and mash it for application; or decoct it in water for washing.

【Note】 Pregnant women should not take this medicine.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

The article introduces the effects and functions of iris root in detail. We hope that everyone can remember its common effects, which will help us to use iris root correctly in our lives. Iris root can effectively improve our physical fitness and is very beneficial for improving our body's immunity.