The efficacy and function of Elaeagnus serrata leaves

The medicinal value of Elaeagnus ramosissima leaves is beyond our imagination. It is very effective in treating some diseases. The leaves of Elaeagnus serrata contain many substances that are beneficial to the human body. Let’s take a look.

[Source] It is the branches and leaves of Elaeagnus serrata, a plant of the Elaeagnaceae family. Available all year round.

[Chemical composition] The leaves contain alkaloids, flavonoids, coumarins, triterpenes, sugars and phenolic substances. Ammoniacal acid, organic acid, etc.

[Pharmacological action] Intraperitoneal injection of a decoction of Elaeagnus serrata leaves into guinea pigs has an antiasthmatic effect (histamine spray-induced asthma method). Intraperitoneal injection in mice has no antitussive effect (ammonia spray coughing method), and oral administration has no expectorant effect (phenol red method)

【Properties and flavors】 ① Guangzhou Army "Handbook of Commonly Used Chinese Herbal Medicines": "sour, flat."

【Functions and indications】 ① "Guangxi Medicinal Plant List": "reducing fever."

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decocted in water, 3 to 4 qian for fresh product; or ground into powder and taken with water, 0.5 to 1 qian.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From the Guangzhou Army's "Handbook of Commonly Used Chinese Herbal Medicines"

Above we introduced what Elaeagnus crassifolia leaves are. We know that Elaeagnus crassifolia leaves can not only be used to treat diseases but also have good health benefits, so we must be good at using Elaeagnus crassifolia leaves to protect our health.