The efficacy and function of Yunnan Chaigui

There are so many medicinal herbs in the world, and it is inevitable that there are some that we are not familiar with. But as long as we have the spirit of learning throughout our lives, I believe we can slowly learn more medical herbs. So do you know about the medicinal herb Yunnan Chaigui?

[Other names] Chaigui, lotus fragrance, fragrant leaf tree, three tendons, nanmu fragrance

[Source] Neocinnamomum delavayi (Lecte.) Liou. [Cinnamomum delavayi Lecte.], a plant of the Lauraceae family, is used as medicine using its leaves, branches and bark . It can be harvested in all seasons, preferably in winter, and can be used fresh or sun-dried.

【Nature and flavor】 Spicy, astringent, warm.

【Functions and indications】 Expel wind and activate collaterals, dispel cold and relieve pain, and stop bleeding. Used for colds, stomach pain, rheumatic pain, and pain from falls; used externally to treat bleeding from trauma.

[Usage and Dosage] 1-3 qian, decocted in water or ground into powder, taken with wine, or soaked in wine. For external use, grind the dry leaves into powder and apply to the affected area.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

Everyone should know about the medicinal value of Yunnan Chaigui. We should pay more attention to information in this area so that we can be prepared when encountering problems and avoid panic.