The efficacy and function of apricot branches

As for apricot twigs, I think some people may have heard of them or even taken them. It doesn’t matter if you haven’t heard of it. Next, I will introduce apricot branches to you.

[Source] It is the branches of the apricot or wild apricot plants of the Rosaceae family.

[Original morphology] The plant morphology is detailed in the "Almond" entry.

【Function and indication】 "Compendium of Materia Medica": "It is used to treat injuries caused by falling."

[Additional prescription] Treat injuries caused by falling from a horse, internal blood stasis, and depression: 3 liang of apricot twigs. Finely grind it and add two liters of good wine, boil it for more than ten times, and remove the residue. Divide into two doses, take on an empty stomach, and then take the next dose after walking three or four miles. ("Sai Shang Fang")

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Compendium of Materia Medica".

Above we introduced what apricot branches are. We know that apricot branches have very comprehensive effects and functions, so we can use apricot branches as a means of regulating the body in daily life.