The efficacy and function of water ramie

Chinese medicinal materials are very common, and there are many types of them. There are also some differences in their efficacy. Therefore, you need to have a good understanding before choosing. Do you know about the medicinal material water ramie?

[Other names] Mountain hemp, water hemp, sycamore leaf, palm leaf hemp, big water hemp, water grass hemp, whip hemp, turtle tail hemp, bush ramie, hibiscus hemp

[Source] Boehmeria platanifolia (Maxim.) Franch. et Sav., Urticaceae, the root and the whole plant are used as medicine.

【Habitat distribution】Jiangxi, Guangxi, Guizhou and Yunnan.

【Nature and flavor】Light, warm.

【Functions and indications】Dispels exterior pathogens and promotes tissue regeneration. It is mainly used to treat headaches and fever; it can be used externally to treat injuries and hemorrhoids.

【Usage and Dosage】 Decoction in water. For external use, decoct an appropriate amount for fumigation or mash and apply to the affected area.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

[Source] First recorded in "Economic Flora of China".

Everyone should know about the medicinal value of water ramie, so you can be more targeted when consuming it. More reasonable use of medicine can better treat some common diseases.