The efficacy and function of Herba Cynomorii

The efficacy and function of Herba Cynomorii

Herba Lycopodiellae is a medicinal material frequently used in traditional Chinese medicine and is often used to treat various diseases. Today I would like to share with you some information about Herba Lycopodiellae.

[Source] Medicinal material source: the whole herb of Pileum rotundum, a plant of the Urticaceae family.

[Original form] Perennial herb or subshrub, 30-60cm high. Leaves opposite; with long petioles; stipules membranous, ovate-triangular; leaf blade membranous or papery when dry, lanceolate to oblanceolate, with acute tip, base narrowly cuneate, slightly entire; basal veins 3, raised on both sides, veinlets transverse or slightly ascending. Dioecious; both male and female flowers are cymes, axillary; male inflorescence has peduncles, 4 tepals, and 4 stamens; female inflorescence is at the top, with 3 tepals, one of which is longer and oblong linear. Achenes are spherical, convex on both sides, and have inconspicuous warts when mature. Flowering period is from March to June.

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: Grown in sparse mountain bushes or in shady and wet places.

【Nature and flavor】 Sweet; spicy; cool

【Functions and indications】Dispel wind and clear away heat. Main headache

【Usage and Dosage】For external use: take appropriate amount and mash it for application.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

The above is an introduction to the effects, functions and eating methods of the round-fruited herb. When choosing it, you need to understand how to use it.

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