The efficacy and function of water bitter fruit

The fruit of water sophora flavescens is a common Chinese medicine. It can be used for medicinal purposes as well as for food. The effects and functions of the fruit of water sophora flavescens are quite comprehensive. Let's take a look at it together.

[Source] It is the fruit of the Scrophulariaceae plant, Sophora japonica (the fruit with insects in it is called gall in Sichuan area). Harvest around the beginning of summer.

【Functions and indications】 Treat injuries from falls, vomiting blood due to overwork.

[Usage and Dosage] For internal use: make into powder or soak in wine.

[Additional prescription] ① For treating injuries from falls and fractures: Soak the fruit of Sophora japonica (i.e. gall) in wine or stew it in wine and drink. (Sichuan Traditional Chinese Medicine Records)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

Everyone should know about the medicinal value of the fruit of the water bittercress. We should pay more attention to information in this area so that we can be prepared when encountering problems and not panic.