The efficacy and function of gallwood

The world is full of wonders, and Chinese medicinal materials are also varied and varied. Here I would like to introduce to you a Chinese medicinal material, the gallwood.

【Other names】Black sandalwood, mountain bear gall, bear gall tree

[Source] Nauclea officinalis Pierre ex Pitard, Rubiaceae Nauclea officinalis Pierre ex Pitard, with branches, trunk and bark used as medicine. Available all year round. Wash, slice, and use fresh or dry.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter, cold.

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat, detoxifies, reduces swelling and relieves pain. Used for colds and fever, acute tonsillitis, pharyngitis, bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary tract infection, enteritis, dysentery, cholecystitis; used externally to treat mastitis, carbuncle, furuncle and abscess.

[Usage and Dosage] 0.5-1 liang; For external use, appropriate amount, mash the fresh product and apply externally or decoct in water to wash the affected area.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

【Source】 Guangzhou Army "Handbook of Commonly Used Chinese Herbal Medicines"

The above is an introduction to the effects, functions and eating methods of Gallwood. When choosing it, you need to understand how to use it.