The efficacy and function of the hairy-leaved croton tree

The hairy-leaf croton tree is a kind of traditional Chinese medicine. There are records of the hairy-leaf croton tree in ancient Chinese medical books. The hairy-leaf croton tree can treat many diseases and its effects are very comprehensive. We should make good use of it.

【Alias】 Shagang (Dai)

[Source] Euphorbiaceae Croton caudatus Geisel . var. tomentosa Hook. f., the whole plant is used as medicine.

【Habitat distribution】 Yunnan.

【Nature and flavor】Pungent, slightly sour, hot.

【Functions and indications】Calming and dispelling wind, reducing fever and relieving pain, relaxing muscles and activating blood circulation. It is mainly used to treat high fever caused by malaria, epilepsy, convulsions, rheumatoid arthritis, and numbness of the limbs.

[Usage and Dosage] 1-2 qian or 3-5 qian can be taken after soaking in wine. For external use, mash the powder and apply it on Cunkou acupoint.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

The above only introduces some of the effects and functions of the hairy-leaved croton tree. In fact, it has other effects, which I will not introduce here one by one. If you are interested, you can take a look at the effects and matters recorded in medical books.