The efficacy and function of Magnolia fruit

The efficacy and function of the traditional Chinese medicine Magnolia fruit are very great. We can often see Magnolia fruit in our lives. Utilizing the medicinal and therapeutic properties of Magnolia fruit will bring us many unexpected benefits in health care. Let's take a look at the traditional Chinese medicine Magnolia fruit.

[Source] It is the fruit of the Magnoliaceae plant Manglietia . The fruits are harvested in August before they become hot but cracked, and sun-dried.

[Original form] Manglietia (Collection of Bai Xiangshan), also known as: Yellow Heart Tree (Collection of Bai Xiangshan).

[Habitat distribution] Growing in mixed woods beside valley streams or on hillsides. Distributed in Zhejiang, Anhui, Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, Yunnan, Guizhou and other places. Produced in Zhejiang.

[Properties] The dried fruit is composed of many follicles, shaped like a pine cone, about 4 cm long, 3 to 4 cm in diameter, and swollen at the base; purple-brown on the outside and brown-brown on the inside. There is occasionally a long fruit stalk at the base, densely covered with light brown dots. After the follicle cracks, two dark purple seeds can be seen; after breaking open the seed coat, one grayish white, oily cotyledon can be seen. It has a fragrant smell and a charcoal taste. It is best to use dry, complete and unbroken ones.

【Functions and indications】Laxative and cough relieving.

[Additional prescription] ① Treating constipation due to excessive fire: about one or two liang of Magnolia fruit (or root bark, tree bark). Decoction, add sugar, take once before breakfast and dinner. (Zhejiang Tianmu Yam Plant Records)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Zhejiang Tianmu Yam Plant Records"

From the above description, we can know that the nutritional value and medicinal value of Magnolia fruit are very high. It can treat some diseases and can also be used as a raw material for diet therapy. It is indeed a good choice for health and wellness.