The efficacy and function of parasitic vine

As people's living standards continue to improve, health and longevity are gradually valued by us, so nowadays health-preserving diet therapy methods are very popular, the trend of traditional Chinese medicine is becoming more and more popular, and Chinese medicine has once again occupied people's vision. Today we will talk about the Chinese medicine parasitic vine.

[Other names] Sour vine on the tree, large-leaf sour vine, yellow vine, Tangxiangong, sour vine

[Source] Henslowia frutescens Champ., a parasitic vine of the Santalaceae family, the whole plant is used as medicine.

【Habitat distribution】 Guangdong and Guangxi.

[Nature and flavor] Slightly sweet, bitter, astringent, neutral.

【Functions and indications】 Dispel wind, relieve heat and remove dampness. It is mainly used to treat influenza and trauma.

【Usage and Dosage】 0.5～1 liang. For external use, apply in appropriate amount.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

【Source】 List of Medicinal Plants in Guangxi

The above describes some ways to eat parasitic vines. Although many medicinal herbs can be eaten, we must remind everyone that Chinese medicines generally cannot be taken indiscriminately and should be used according to your own situation.