The efficacy and function of Cistanche

Cistanche is a very good medicinal material. It is often used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat patients. It has extremely high medicinal value. Let us learn about several aspects of Cistanche.

[Source] Medicinal material source: the root or whole herb of Hibiscus serrata of the Plumeria family.

[Original form] A short semi-shrub. Old branches are dark brown, densely covered with the remaining bases of petioles; the whole plant (except calyx) is glabrous. The leaves are gathered at the upper part of the branches, thick, oblanceolate, 2-4cm long, 0.4-0.7cm wide, rounded at the tip, gradually narrowing into a petiole at the bottom, with the base expanded and semi-amplexicaul, and the midrib is not obvious. Inflorescence umbellate, with axis of inflorescence emerging from leaf axils, 7-16cm high, and branched in two forks from the top; spike inflorescence usually composed of 5-11 spikelets; spikelets contain 2-4 flowers; outer bracts 2-2.5mm long, broadly ovate, first inner bract about 5mm long; calyx funnel-shaped, tube covered with long hairs along veins, calyx margin white, usually folded and slightly open; corolla lavender. The flowering period is August-September, and the fruiting period is September-October.

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: grows in rock crevices on coasts and islands.

【Nature and flavor】 Sweet; salty; warm

【Functions and indications】 Dispel wind and dampness; soften hard masses and reduce swelling; lower blood pressure. Mainly used for rheumatic pain and hypertension

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decocted in water, 5-15g.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

Above we introduced what Cistanche deserticola is, its effects and functions. We know that Cistanche deserticola can not only improve immunity, but also plays an indispensable role in certain diseases.