The efficacy and function of dragon claw beans [picture]

We know that there are many kinds of Chinese medicinal materials, and dragon claw beans [picture] are one of them. In order for dragon claw beans [picture] to play their role correctly and scientifically, it is necessary to master the method of eating them, because different medicinal materials have their own unique nutrition and efficacy. Let’s study it below.

[Other names] Tiger claw beans, cat claw beans, dragon claw beans, dog claw beans

[Source] Stizolobium cochinchinense (Lour.) Tanget Wang, Leguminosae , its seeds are used as medicine.

【Habitat distribution】 Southern provinces.

【Nature and flavor】 Sweet, bitter, warm. Slightly poisonous.

【Functions and indications】Mainly used to treat low back pain.

[Usage and Dosage] 2 to 3 coins, stewed with pork kidneys.

[Remarks] The seeds are poisonous, but the eggs are edible after being soaked in water. If untreated dragon claw bean seeds are accidentally ingested, poisoning symptoms may appear within 30 minutes to 24 hours: mainly symptoms of the nervous system and gastrointestinal system, such as dizziness, headache, pupil constriction, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, etc. Rescue: gastric lavage, catharsis, infusion, and appropriate amount of belladonna can be used to counteract it.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

Through the above description, we know what dragon claw beans [picture] are and what effects dragon claw beans [picture] have. Dragon claw beans [picture] have high medicinal value and are beneficial to improving the immune system. They are a worthy choice for us.