The efficacy and function of Burmese jujube

In today's society, health preservation seems to be an eternal topic. Nowadays, many people like to use some Chinese medicinal materials to regulate their bodies, because these medicinal materials are natural and pollution-free. Here we will introduce the Burmese jujube to you.

[Alias] Ziziphus jujuba (Selected Chinese Herbal Medicines in Yunnan).

[Source] It is the bark of the jujube tree of the Rhamnaceae family. Autumn collection. Remove the skin and dry it in the sun.

[Original form] Burmese jujube, also known as Yunnan jujube.

[Habitat distribution] Growing in sparse woods on forest edges, roadsides and hillsides. Distributed in Yunnan.

[Chemical composition] The bark contains polypeptide bioalkaloids: aralia alkaloid A, aralia alkaloid B, amphiboline D, and rhamnine.

[Pharmacological action] The decoction of leaves and stems has a significant excitatory effect on the isolated rat uterus; it can dilate blood vessels in the rat hind limb perfusion test; and intravenous injection in anesthetized dogs can lower blood pressure. It had no significant effect on the isolated guinea pig ileum and toad rectus abdominis muscle. Two mice were intraperitoneally injected with 1 gram of the above decoction, and both mice died within 24 hours.

【Nature and flavor】 Astringent, slightly bitter, neutral.

【Functions and indications】 Anti-inflammatory, tissue regeneration. Treat burns and scalds.

[Additional prescription] For the treatment of burns and scalds: apply 50-60% alcohol extract from the bark of the jujube tree to the injured area. Apply four times on the first day (apply again after it dries), and then once a day thereafter. No bandaging is required. (The properties and flavors are from "Selected Yunnan Chinese Herbal Medicines")

【Remarks】 The fruit is edible.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

【Source】 From "Yunnan Chinese Herbal Medicine"

After the above introduction to Burmese jujube, we have a detailed understanding of Burmese jujube. In life, we can learn more about the characteristics of Burmese jujube and make full use of its medicinal value to serve our lives.