The efficacy and function of oil orange root

Only when we understand the main ingredients of any medicinal material can we better exert its efficacy and function. Here I recommend a very popular Chinese medicinal material, the root of the orange tree.

[Alias] Phyllanthus emblica root (Guangzhou Army's "Handbook of Commonly Used Chinese Herbal Medicines").

[Source] It is the root or root bark of the Euphorbiaceae plant Euphorbia pulcherrima . Available all year round.

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

[Chemical composition] The rhizome contains lupulin alcohol, gallic acid and β-sitosterol.

【Nature and flavor】 ① "Luchuan Materia Medica": "sweet and sour, cold in nature."

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat and detoxifies. Treat diarrhea, hypertension, syphilis, chancre, and centipede bites.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 2 to 5 qian. For external use: decoct in water and wash.

[Additional prescription] ① Treat enteritis, diarrhea and hypertension: 5 to 8 qian of dried root of Phyllanthus emblica. Decoction in water. (Guangzhou Army "Handbook of Commonly Used Chinese Herbal Medicines")

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Records of Collecting Medicinal Herbs in Lingnan"

The above article introduces the functions of oil orange root. I hope it will be helpful to you in your life. But it is important to note that you should not randomly combine it with other foods. You should consult a professional before making a decision.