The efficacy and function of Ficus palmatum

Do you know about Ficus palmatum? It is a common medicinal material. It is generally used as raw material in many places. It can also treat many physical diseases. Let’s take a look at the relevant knowledge about Ficus palmatum.

[Other names] rough-leaved fig, Buddha's palm fig, large-leaved milk fig

[Source] Ficus simplicissima Lour. var. hirta (Vahl) Migo [F. hirta Vahl], a plant of the genus Ficus in the Moraceae family, is used as medicine with its roots and inflorescence receptacle (commonly known as fruit). The inflorescence receptacles are harvested in autumn; the roots can be harvested throughout the year, washed, sliced, and used fresh or dried.

【Nature and flavor】 Sweet, slightly bitter, warm.

【Functions and indications】 Dispel wind and dampness, promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis. Used for rheumatic bone pain, amenorrhea, abdominal pain due to postpartum blood stasis, leucorrhea, orchitis, and traumatic injuries.

[Usage and Dosage] 1-2 liang, decocted in water or taken with wine.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

I believe that after reading the above explanations, everyone has a deeper understanding of the Chinese medicinal fig. In fact, many foods or medicinal materials are the same. Only when we understand them can we eat them correctly according to our own situation and effectively help maintain our health.