The efficacy and function of Artemisia horn

Artemisia annua is a very common Chinese medicinal material in daily life. It has high medicinal and nutritional value to the human body, and it is not too difficult to purchase. Let’s analyze several aspects of Artemisia hornbeam below.

【English name】 HERBA INCARVILLAE

【Alias】 Wuqumabao (Tibetan name)

[Source] This product is the dried whole herb of Incarvilla compacta Maxim. , a plant of the Bignoniaceae family. Collect them when the flowers are in full bloom, wash off the dirt and dry them.

[Properties] The root of this product is cylindrical, with remnants of stems and leaves often remaining at the upper end. It is brittle, white to light yellow in cross section, with a darker, loose, granular bark and obvious pith. The leaves are wrinkled, the complete leaves are oblong, pinnate-lobed, the lobes are of different sizes, dark green to light yellow. The flowers are wrinkled, lavender or dark brown; when wet, they become funnel-shaped, with 5 shallow lobes at the apex, 4 stamens, and a funnel-shaped stigma. Occasionally, capsules are seen with 4 edges. Slight odor, light taste.

【Processing】 Remove impurities and cut into sections.

【Nature and flavor】Warm, bitter and sweet.

[Functions and indications] Regulate menstruation and promote blood circulation, eliminate rheumatism, reduce inflammation, benefit the ears, and strengthen the pulse. The seeds are used for otitis media; the roots are used for weakness, dizziness, chest tightness, abdominal distension, cough, and irregular menstruation; the leaves are used for cough.

【Usage and Dosage】 3 to 5g.

【Storage】Place in ventilated and dry place.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

【Source】 "Tang Materia Medica"

Through the introduction in the above article, I believe everyone has a certain understanding of Artemisia hornense. I hope everyone can follow the doctor's advice when taking it, and at the same time pay attention to exercise to enhance their own resistance.