The efficacy and function of wolfsbane

Wolfsbane is a very good medicinal ingredient. It is often used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat patients. It has extremely high medicinal value. Let us learn about several aspects of wolfsbane.

[Other names] Red wolfsbane, Euphorbia scabra, A handful of incense, Mountain radish, Red match flower, Gelsemium elegans [Hebei Weichang]

[Source] The root of Stellera chamaejasme L., a plant of the genus Stellera in the family Thymelaeaceae. Dig up in autumn, wash, slice and dry.

【Nature and flavor】 Pungent, bitter, neutral. poisonous.

【Functions and indications】Dispersing nodules, expelling diuresis, relieving pain, and killing insects. Used for water-induced swelling and lymph node tuberculosis; used externally to treat scabies, ringworm, and kill flies and maggots.

[Usage and Dosage] 3-8 fen; For external use, decoct in water for washing or grind into powder for application on the affected area.

[Remarks] (1) It is highly toxic. Poisoning can cause abdominal pain, diarrhea, tenesmus, and miscarriage in pregnant women. You need to wear a mask when tamping, otherwise it is easy to cause allergic dermatitis.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

[Source] "Ben Jing"

The above is an introduction to the effects, functions and consumption methods of wolfsbane. When choosing it, you need to understand how to use it.