The efficacy and function of Euonymus japonicus

In daily life, we can often see the figure of Euonymus japonicus. So how should we eat Euonymus japonicus? What good effects does it have on our body? Let's take a look.

[Source] Medicinal material source: the stem bark or root of Euonymus japonicus of the Celastraceae family.

[Original form] Euonymus japonicus is a shrub or small tree, 2-6m high. Leaves are opposite; petioles are stout, up to 1 cm long; leaf blades are leathery, narrowly elliptic or slightly narrowly obovate, 6-10 cm long, 2.5-4 cm wide, with narrow and gradually pointed tips, nearly entire margins or with shallow and fine teeth, and leaf veins are not very obvious. The cymes are short, with 2-3 flowers, densely growing at the top of new branches; the peduncle is up to 1 cm long; the flowers are yellow-green, about 4 mm in diameter, and 4 in number; the stamen filaments are extremely short, the anthers are nearly apical, and the disk is enlarged. The capsule flesh is red and deeply lobed into 4 parts. Often only 1-3 chambers grow into 1-3 lobes, which are ovate and each contains 1-2 seeds. The seeds are nearly black with red on the back and thick helmet-shaped aril.

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: grows in mountain forests and rock crevices.

【Nature and flavor】 Sweet; slightly bitter; slightly warm

【Functions and indications】Strengthen tendons and bones; promote blood circulation and regulate menstruation. Mainly used for kidney deficiency, waist and knee pain, irregular menstruation, and traumatic injuries

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 10-30g; or soak in wine.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

The above is a detailed analysis of the dehiscent euonymus. Now that you have learned about the various effects of the dehiscent euonymus, you must remember these effects so that when you encounter these problems, you can use the magical effects of the dehiscent euonymus to restore their health and happiness.