The efficacy and function of small leaf lotus [picture]

Everyone is familiar with the small-leaf lotus [picture], of course some people are relatively unfamiliar with it. In fact, small-leaf lotus [picture] is a relatively common Chinese medicinal material. So what is the role of small leaf lotus [picture]?

【English name】 FRUCTUS SINO PODOPHYLLI

[Source] This product is a medicinal material commonly used by Tibetans. It is the dried mature fruit of Sinopodophyllum emodi (Wall.), a plant of the Berberidaceae family . The fruits are picked when ripe in autumn, impurities are removed and dried.

[Properties] This product is oval or nearly spherical, mostly flattened, 3 to 5.5 cm long and 2 to 4 cm in diameter. The surface is purple-red or purple-brown, wrinkled, and some seeds can be seen exposed. The top is slightly pointed, the fruit stalk is yellow-brown and often falls off. The peel and flesh are adhered to form a thin sheet, which is fragile and contains many seeds. The seeds are nearly oval, about 4mm long; the surface is reddish purple with fine wrinkles and a small protrusion at one end; the texture is hard; the kernel is white and oily. It has a faint smell and tastes sour, sweet and astringent; the seeds are bitter.

【Nature and flavor】 Sweet, neutral; slightly toxic.

【Functions and indications】Regulate menstruation and promote blood circulation. Used for blood stasis, amenorrhea, dystocia, stillbirth and retained placenta.

[Usage and Dosage] 3-9g, mostly taken in the form of pills or powder.

【Storage】 Store in a dry place.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Pharmacopoeia

The above are some little knowledge about the small-leaf lotus [picture]. If you feel it is suitable for your physical condition, you might as well give it a try. I believe it will bring about a significant improvement to your body.