The efficacy and function of southern snakehead

For the Chinese medicinal material such as Snakehead Trichosanthes, we should first understand its medicinal value and precautions before consuming it. The following is an introduction about the southern snakehead. I hope you can read it carefully, which will be of great help for your consumption.

[Other names] Old crow pillow, cat's claw, bitter stone lotus, broad stone lotus, green snake fruit

[Source] Caesalpinia minax Hance, a plant of the genus Caesalpinia in the Fabaceae family, is used as medicine using its roots, stems, leaves and seeds . The roots, stems and leaves are collected throughout the year, washed, sliced ​​and dried. The fruits are harvested in autumn, and the seeds are removed and dried.

[Nature and flavor] Roots, stems and leaves: bitter, cool.

[Functions and indications] Roots, stems and leaves: clear away heat and relieve summer heat, reduce swelling, relieve pain and relieve itching. Used for colds, fever, rheumatoid arthritis; used externally to treat bruises, fractures, sores, swelling, itchy skin, and snake bites.

[Usage and Dosage] 3 to 5 cents each; use appropriate amount of stems and leaves for external use, mash the fresh ones and apply to the affected area, or boil them in water and wash with them.

[Remarks] (1) The seeds of the southern snake plant are very hard, taste extremely bitter and spicy, and can sting the tongue and numb the throat, making one want to vomit. It is useful in treating influenza in Guangxi region.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

As a common Chinese medicinal material, Snakehead aconite is often forgotten by people. In fact, its effects and functions are beyond your imagination. As long as you are good at eating it and use the right methods, I believe it will be of great help to your body.