The efficacy and function of Akebia chinensis

Akebia trifoliata is a medicinal material that can treat many diseases. If consumed scientifically and healthily, it can bring great benefits to our physical health and disease treatment. Now let’s take a closer look at the effects and eating methods of Akebia trifoliata.

[Other names] Wind vine grass (Southern Yunnan Materia Medica), Akebia trifoliata, Golden Akebia trifoliata (Selected Chinese Herbal Medicines in Yunnan).

[Source] It is the stem and vine of the Ranunculaceae plant Clematis chinensis . Harvest in autumn. Remove the nodes and rough skin, slice and dry in the sun.

[Original morphology] The plant morphology is detailed in the entry for "Wind Vine Grass Root".

[Properties and flavors] "Selected Yunnan Chinese Herbal Medicines": "sweet, mild, neutral."

【Functions and indications】 "Yunnan Chinese Herbal Medicine Selection": "It can promote diuresis and reduce swelling, promote menstruation and activate blood circulation. It can treat edema caused by nephritis, dysuria, rheumatic bone pain, and amenorrhea."

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 2 to 3 qian.

[Additional prescription] ① Treating urinary obstruction (especially for children): Take any amount of fresh tips of the herb Rhizoma Anemarrhenae, mash the juice, remove the residue, and drink it with a little water or wine. (Compendium of Materia Medica in Southern Yunnan)

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Through the introduction of the traditional Chinese medicine Akebia trifoliata in the above article, we can clearly see that the traditional Chinese medicine Akebia trifoliata has many effects and functions. Therefore, in the future, everyone might as well learn more about Chinese medicines such as Akebia trifoliata in their daily lives.