The efficacy and function of the curly silk gesneriaceae

Gesneriaceae is a common type of traditional Chinese medicine with many different functions. It can regulate some diseases of the human body. Let us now learn about its specific functions.

【Alias】 Zhajiahawu (Tibetan name)

[Source] It is the whole herb of the Gesneriaceae plant . Harvest from July to August.

[Original form] Perennial herb, about 30 cm high. The rhizome is thick and short, with a dark brown surface. The leaves are clustered at the base and procumbent; the leaf blades are ovate to rhombic, fleshy and fleshy, acute at the apex, gradually narrow at the base, with fine serrations on the edges, dark green above and densely covered with long, thin brown filamentous hairs below; the petioles are broad and thin, densely covered with long, thin brown filamentous hairs, 2.5 to 3 cm long and 2 cm wide. Inflorescence is terminal; several flower stems emerge from the leaf cluster, are purple-black, and covered with fine brown hairs; the corolla is cylindrical and bell-shaped, 5-lobed, and sky blue. Capsule.

[Habitat distribution] Growing beside rocks on hillsides. Distributed in Tibet and other places.

【Nature and flavor】 Sweet, bitter, cold.

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat and detoxifies, strengthens the kidneys and stops bleeding. It can cure poisoning caused by wild vegetables, meat and Aconitum. Treats hot diarrhea, impotence and premature ejaculation, menstrual disorders, and excessive leucorrhea.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral administration: decoct in water, 1 to 3 qian.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Common Chinese Herbal Medicines in Tibet"

This is all we have to say about the effects of Gesneria cochinchinensis. I hope it will be helpful to you. Although the value of the curly gesneria is very high, we must be cautious when eating it.