The efficacy and function of Euonymus japonicus

We are all familiar with Euonymus japonicus. Euonymus japonicus is not only edible but also has very high medicinal effects. Regular consumption of Euonymus japonicus can play a very good health-preserving and health-care role.

[Source] Medicinal material source: The leaves of Euonymus japonicus of the Celastraceae family.

[Original form] Euonymus japonicus is an upright or creeping shrub, up to 3m tall. Leaves are opposite; petioles are extremely short; leaf blades are thin, willow-shaped, 10-20cm long and 1-3cm wide. The cymes grow on new lateral branches, with 3-7 flowers. The peduncle is thin and weak, 1-1.5 cm long; the flowers are purple, 5-8 mm in diameter. Capsule 4-cleft, not forming separate lobes. The seeds have an orange-yellow aril.

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: Grown in dense forests in valleys and on roadsides on hillsides.

【Nature and flavor】 Spicy; slightly warm

【Functions and indications】Promote blood circulation, reduce swelling and relieve pain. Main traumatic injury

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decocted in water, 9-15g. For external use: take appropriate amount, mash and apply, or decoct in water for fumigation and washing.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

I believe that after reading the above explanations, everyone has a deeper understanding of the Chinese medicinal herb Euonymus japonicus? In fact, many foods or medicinal materials are the same. Only when we understand them can we eat them correctly according to our own situation and effectively help maintain our health.