The efficacy and function of the root of sour

Traditional Chinese medicine requires the use of traditional Chinese medicine when treating diseases, and as a kind of traditional Chinese medicine, the root of Sour Buliu is also frequently used. So, let’s talk about the effects and functions of the root of Sour Buliu.

[Source] It is the root of the Polygonum multiflorum plant of the Polygonaceae family. Dig in spring and autumn and dry in the sun.

【Original morphology】 The plant morphology is detailed in the "酸不流" entry.

【Chemical composition】 Contains tannin. It also contains anthraquinone, amino acids, organic acids and phenols, which show positive reactions, but no obvious reactions to aldehydes and ketones, and is negative for bioalkali.

[Pharmacological action] Antibacterial effect: Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella typhi, Salmonella paratyphi A, Salmonella paratyphi B, Escherichia coli O88B7, Shigella sonnei, Shigella flexneri are all moderately sensitive, while Catarrhalis and Escherichia coli O125B15 are all low-sensitive.

[Properties and flavors] "Medicinal plants in desert areas of China": "sour, sweet, warm."

【Functions and indications】 ①《Medicinal Plants in Desert Areas of China》: "Dispels cold, warms the kidneys. Treats cold hernia and scrotal sweating."

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 3 to 5 qian; or grind into powder, 3 to 5 fen. For external use: decoct in water and smoke.

[Additional prescription] For treating cold hernia and scrotal sweating: 500g to 150g of fresh root of Suanbuliu. Boil two pounds of water until it becomes one pound. Pour it into a jar while it is still hot. Use the hot air to fumigate the affected area, wrap it with a blanket, and fumigate for one to two hours (it is better to sweat all over the body). According to mass use, it can usually be cured in two to three times. (Medicinal Plants in China's Desert Areas)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

【Source】 From "Medicinal Plants in China's Desert Areas"

This article introduces to us what the root of Sour Pulse is. We know that the root of Sour Pulse has a very high medicinal effect, but we must remind everyone that the root of Sour Pulse should generally not be eaten indiscriminately, otherwise it will cause serious consequences. I hope everyone will treat it with caution.