The efficacy and function of madder stem

Rubia cordifolia stem is a very common Chinese medicine and is also a frequently used medicine. It has unique effects and functions in treating many diseases. Here we will tell you in detail about the effects of some traditional Chinese medicine madder stems.

[Alias] Rubia cordifolia (Commonly Used Chinese Herbal Medicines in Shanghai).

[Source] It is the stems and leaves of Rubia cordifolia , a plant of the Rubiaceae family. Harvest in summer and autumn and sun-dried.

[Original form] Produced in Sichuan, Jiangsu, Shanghai suburbs and Zhejiang and other places.

[Properties] The dried stem is withered green, and there are rough and fine thorns on the edges of the stem. It is brittle and easy to break, with a square cross-section. The interior is white and loose. The leaves are arranged in whorls on the stem nodes, and there are barbed hairs on the petioles and the mid-ribs on the back of the leaves. Most leaves fall off.

【Properties and flavors】 ① "Lu Canyan Materia Medica": "Cool, non-toxic."

【Functions and indications】Hemostasis, blood stasis removal. Treat vomiting blood, metrorrhagia, traumatic injury, rheumatism, low back pain, carbuncle, and furuncle.

[Usage and Dosage] For internal use: decoct in water, 3-5 qian (1-2 liang for fresh); or soak in wine. For external use: decoct in water for washing or mash for application.

[Additional prescription] ① Treat vomiting blood due to fever, metrorrhagia in women, and dark menstrual color: 2 liang of Rubia cordifolia stem. Boil water and drink. (Sichuan Traditional Chinese Medicine Records)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

The above is an introduction to the effects of madder stem. When using it, you can do so according to the needs mentioned above. In addition, madder stem is also very helpful in treating certain diseases.