The efficacy and function of Luanxi

As we all know, Luanxiong is a very common medicinal material with many years of history. It can also treat many diseases. Let us learn about the medicinal value of Luanxiong.

【Other name】 Geza tree (Flora of Guangzhou)

[Source] The stems and leaves of the Asteraceae plant. Harvested in summer.

[Original form] An upright, multi-branched shrub, 1 to 2 meters high. The leaves are oblong-obovate to oblong-elliptical, 1.5 to 5 cm long, with short or obtuse tips, cuneate bases, and slightly irregularly serrated edges. There are many capitulums, about 5 mm long; arranged in terminal umbels, 5-10 cm long, slightly hairy; the involucral bracts are ovate, mucronate or obtuse, and slightly longer in the inner row; the flowers are lavender, all tubular; the female ones on the periphery are in multiple rows and weak; the bisexual ones in the middle are several and 5-lobed. Achenes are tiny, ribbed, and have white pappus. Flowering period is summer.

[Habitat distribution] Grown in places where tides can reach. Distributed in southern my country.

[Functions and indications] "Records of Medicinal Herbs in Lingnan" states: "For treating leprosy, take the stems and leaves, pound them to extract the natural juice, add cowhide glue and kelp, stew and drink it."

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

After reading the above article, I believe everyone has basically understood the effects and functions of Luanxi, right? The medicinal value of Luanxiong is extremely high, but it is not suitable for everyone. You should judge based on your own actual situation. I hope everyone will pay attention to this.