The efficacy and function of creeper

After thousands of years of sedimentation and accumulation, the types and quantities of Chinese medicine have become quite astonishing. Therefore, choosing Chinese medicine to treat some difficult and complicated diseases always has a very good effect. Next, I would like to recommend a Chinese medicine, ivy.

[Other names] False grape vine, wandering vine, flying centipede, maple vine, creeper, ground ivy

[Source] Parthenocissus tricuspidata (Sieb. et Zucc.) Planch., a plant of the genus Parthenocissus in the Vitaceae family, is used as medicine with its roots and stems . Before the leaves fall, the stems of the vegetable are cut into sections and dried for later use. The roots can be harvested all year round.

【Nature and flavor】 Sweet, astringent, warm.

【Functions and indications】 Dispel wind and dredge meridians, promote blood circulation and detoxify. Used for rheumatic joint pain; used externally to treat bruises, carbuncles, boils and swellings.

[Usage and Dosage] 0.5-1 liang, decocted in water or soaked in wine; for external use, appropriate amount, mash the root bark, mix with wine and apply to the affected area.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

In fact, you will only know its benefits after practicing it. Just like the traditional Chinese medicine ivy introduced above, it turns out that ivy can also treat some other diseases. Therefore, eating it in moderation has many benefits.