The efficacy and function of jasmine leaves

Traditional Chinese medicine is very effective in treating some special diseases, but we still need to understand it before taking it. Today we will talk about some common knowledge about the medicinal material Forsythia leaves.

[Source] The leaves of the Oleaceae plant Jasmine , harvested from May to July.

【Original morphology】 The plant morphology is detailed in the entry for "Forsythia".

[Chemical composition] The leaves and branches contain syringin, jasmine glycoside and jasmine bitter substance.

【Nature and flavor】 "Compendium of Materia Medica": "Tastes bitter, flat, non-toxic."

[Functions and indications] Treat swelling, pus, ulcers, traumatic injuries, and bleeding.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 2 to 3 qian. For external use: grind into powder and apply on skin.

[Additional prescription] For treating swelling, poison and malignant ulcers: dry the leaves of Forsythia suspensa in the shade, grind them into powder, take two or three coins of it with wine, and you will sweat and the ulcers will be cured. ("Healthy and Simple Prescriptions")

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Compendium of Materia Medica".

Through the detailed introduction of Forsythia leaves in this article, we can learn about the related functions and eating methods of Forsythia leaves. The value of forsythia leaves can be seen from their efficacy, which fully reflects the importance of forsythia leaves.