The efficacy and function of chrysanthemum leaf Panax notoginseng

Traditional Chinese medicine is a Chinese tradition. For many Chinese people, seeing a Chinese doctor and taking Chinese medicine when they are sick is their tradition and habit. Therefore, Chinese medicine is liked by many people. Chrysanthemum leaf and Panax notoginseng are one of our common Chinese medicinal materials. Let's learn about it together below.

[Other names] Tusanqi, Shuisanqi, Purple-backed Panax notoginseng, Blood Angelica, Broken Blood Dan

[Source] It is a plant of the genus Gynura segetum in the Asteraceae family, Gynura segetum (Lour.) Merr., and its root or whole plant is used as medicine. Dig up the roots in autumn and winter, remove the remaining stems, fibrous roots and soil and dry them. The whole herb is collected in summer and autumn, washed, and used fresh or sun-dried.

【Nature and flavor】 Sweet, slightly bitter, warm.

【Functions and indications】 Disperses blood stasis and stops bleeding, detoxifies and reduces swelling. Used for hematemesis, epistaxis, hematuria, bloody stool, functional uterine bleeding, abdominal pain due to blood stasis after childbirth, and osteomalacia; used externally to treat bruises, carbuncles, boils, snake bites, and traumatic bleeding.

[Usage and Dosage] 1-3 qian; for external use, mash the fresh product and apply to the affected area.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

Through the detailed introduction of Panax notoginseng, I believe everyone has a certain understanding and can better improve our common sense in life.