Elderberry Root Benefits and Uses

As people's living standards improve, they pay more attention to health preservation. Many people know that the traditional Chinese medicine elderberry root is good for the body and can treat many diseases. Let’s learn about it today.

[Source] It is the root or root bark of the elderberry plant of the Caprifoliaceae family. Harvested from September to October. Wash and dry.

[Properties and flavors] ① "Classification of Herbal Properties": "Sweet, neutral, non-toxic."

【Functions and indications】 Treat rheumatic pain, phlegm, edema, dysentery, jaundice, traumatic injuries and burns.

[Usage and Dosage] For internal use: boil into soup, 1 to 2 liang for fresh ones; grind into powder and make into pills or soak in wine. For external use: mash and apply or grind into powder and apply.

[Additional prescription] ① Treat rheumatoid arthritis pain: 3 to 4 liang of elderberry root and 4 to 5 liang of fresh tofu. Add a pinch of boiling water or red wine. (Fujian Folk Herbs)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

【Source】 From "Supplement to Compendium of Materia Medica"

Through the above introduction, we can understand the relevant knowledge about elderberry root. If we can give full play to the efficacy of elderberry root, it can help us solve some physical diseases. Therefore, many people regard it as their own health care choice.