The efficacy and function of Euonymus japonicus

The world is full of wonders, and Chinese medicinal materials are also varied and varied. Here I would like to introduce to you a Chinese medicinal material, Euonymus japonicus.

[Source] Medicinal material source: the roots, root bark, stem bark, branches and leaves of Euonymus japonicus of the Celastraceae family.

[Original form] Euonymus japonicus is a tree, 5-10m high. Leaves are opposite; petiole is 1.5-5cm long; leaf blade is oblong-elliptic, oblong-ovate or oblong-lanceolate, 7-12cm long, 3-7cm wide, with acute or short acuminate tip, and often with short hairs on the dorsal veins. The cyme has 5 to many flowers, with a peduncle 1-2.5 cm long; the flowers are white-green, about 1 cm in diameter, 4-digitate, with slender filaments and purple anthers. The capsule is pink with yellow, inverted triangle, with 4 shallow cracks on the upper part and a diameter of more than 1 cm. There are 1-2 seeds in each locule, which are reddish brown with orange-red arils.

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: Growing in mountain forests below 1000m above sea level.

【Nature and flavor】 Sweet; slightly bitter; slightly warm

【Functions and indications】Relieve rheumatism; strengthen muscles and bones; promote blood circulation and detoxify. It is used for wind-cold-dampness arthralgia; lumbago; traumatic injury; thromboangiitis obliterans; hemorrhoids; lacquer sores

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 15-30g; or soak in wine. For external use: take appropriate amount, decoct in water for washing or mash fresh product for application.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

After reading the above article, I believe everyone has basically understood the effects and functions of Euonymus japonicus, right? The medicinal value of Euonymus japonicus is extremely high, but it is not suitable for everyone. You should judge based on your own actual situation. I hope everyone will pay attention to this.