The efficacy and function of Croton tiglium

Croton tiglium is a traditional Chinese medicine. In addition to the effects we know in daily life, croton tiglium actually has many other effects and functions. Let’s take a look at them right away.

【Alias】 Shagang (Tai name)

[Source] The whole plant of Croton thomsoniae, a plant of the Euphorbiaceae family. Available all year round.

[Original form] Shrub, about 2 meters high. Much branched, young branches densely covered with coarse hairs. The leaves are single and alternate, oval, with a pointed head, 10 to 15 cm long, 7 to 9 cm wide, densely covered with white rough hairs on the underside, with 3 basal veins and a fragrance.

【Habitat distribution】Wild or cultivated. Distributed in Yunnan and other places.

[Nature and flavor] Hot in nature, spicy and slightly sour in taste.

【Functions and indications】Calming and dispelling wind, reducing fever and relieving pain, relaxing muscles and activating blood circulation. Treat malaria, high fever, epilepsy, convulsions, rheumatoid arthritis, and numbness.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 1-2 qian; or soak in wine. For external use: mash and apply.

[Additional prescription] ① For the treatment of malaria, high fever, epilepsy and convulsions: decocted in water and taken orally; for external use, mash the leaves and apply them on the cunkou.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Selected Chinese Herbal Medicines in Simao, Yunnan"

I believe that after reading the above explanations, everyone has a deeper understanding of the traditional Chinese medicine Croton tiglium? 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.