The efficacy and function of Yuxi Tianxianteng

Yuxi Tianxianteng is a very nutritious and precious medicinal material. Eating Yuxi Tianxianteng regularly can have very good effects and functions. So how should we eat Yuxi Tianxianteng? What specific benefits can eating Yuxi Tianxianteng bring to our body? We need to understand some professional knowledge of Yuxi Tianxianteng to answer these questions.

[Alias] Tianxianteng

[Source] Medicinal material source: the whole plant of Piper nigrum, a plant of the Piperaceae family.

[Original form] Hairy-leaved pepper is a climbing vine. The branches have longitudinal ridges and are covered with short soft hairs when young. Leaves are alternate; petioles are 12-15mm long and pubescent; leaf blades are stiffly papery, with dense glandular dots, ovate-oblong or elliptical, 7-13cm long, 3-5cm wide, with short acuminate apex, obtuse base, densely hirtellous beneath, 5-7 veins, the uppermost pair emanating from the midrib about 2cm from the base, and the rest basal. Flowers are unisexual and dioecious, without perianth; spikes are opposite leaves; male inflorescences are usually shorter than leaves; peduncle is longer than petiole, and axis of inflorescence is covered with stiff hairs; male bracts are round, stalked, about 1mm in diameter, with 3 stamens; female inflorescence is 6-8cm long; peduncle gradually thickens upwards, especially at the base of inflorescence, and is covered with hairs; female bracts are the same as male flowers, ovary is embedded in and fused with the axis of inflorescence, stigma is 4-5, linear, berry is nearly spherical, 3-4mm in diameter. Flowering period is from May to July.

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: grows in sparse woods or dense forests and moist areas.

【Properties】 Identification of properties: The stems and branches are twisted, the surface is light yellow, and there are longitudinal ridges. The leaves are mostly wrinkled, and when flattened, they are ovate-oblong or elliptical, 6-12cm long and 3-5cm wide, with dense small glandular dots, hairy on the back, 5-7 veins, the uppermost pair of free-roots emanating from the midrib, and the reticulate veins are obvious; the petiole has short soft hairs and the base is sheath-like. Sometimes spike inflorescences can be seen opposite the leaves, with the inflorescence axis being hairy. Fragrant smell, spicy taste.

【Nature and flavor】 Spicy; warm

【Functions and indications】 Dispel wind and dampness; promote qi and blood circulation. Mainly used for rheumatic pain, abdominal pain, and traumatic injuries

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 3-10g; grind into powder, 2-6g each time; or soak in wine.

【Note】 Pregnant women should take with caution. "National Collection of Chinese Herbal Medicines": "Pregnant women should not take it. Buckwheat noodles should not be consumed while taking medicine."

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

The above article introduces the effects of Yuxi Tianxianteng. 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.