The efficacy and function of Pandanus

There are many kinds of common Chinese medicinal materials in life. Many people don’t know how to choose when using them, such as Pandanus odoratus. Therefore, before choosing, you need to have a certain understanding of its efficacy and dosage. So do you know what the efficacy and effects of Pandanus odoratus are?

[Other names] false pineapple, pineapple, mountain pineapple, saw pineapple, sow saw, old saw head, pineapple, water bun

[Source] Pandanus tectorius (L.) Parkins., a plant of the genus Pandanus in the Pandanaceae family, is used as medicine using its roots, fruits and kernels . The roots can be harvested all year round; the fruits are harvested in winter and used fresh or dried.

【Nature and flavor】Sweet, light, and cool.

【Functions and indications】Inducing sweat and relieving exterior symptoms, clearing away heat and detoxifying, promoting diuresis and resolving phlegm.

[Usage and Dosage] 0.5-1 liang of roots, 1-3 liang of fruits, and 1-2 liang of cores.

【Note】 Pregnant women should not take this medicine.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

The above is an introduction to Pandanus odoratus. Through this introduction we can understand that Pandanus odoratus has high medicinal value and can effectively relieve many diseases, but remember not to take it indiscriminately.