The efficacy and function of variegated nine-section wood

We know that there are many kinds of Chinese medicinal materials, and variegated nine-node wood is one of them. In order for the variegated nine-node wood to play its role correctly and scientifically, it is necessary to master its consumption method, because different medicinal materials have their own unique nutrition and efficacy. Let’s study it below.

【Alias】Hard teeth

[Source] Psychotria calocarpa Kurz, Rubiaceae , the whole plant is used as medicine.

【Habitat distribution】 Yunnan.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter, cool.

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat and detoxifies, dispels wind and dampness, calms the nerves and relieves pain. It is mainly used to treat bacterial dysentery, enteritis and diarrhea, cough, epilepsy, nephritis, cystitis, and rheumatic low back and leg pain.

【Usage and Dosage】 0.5～1 liang.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

The above only introduces some of the effects and functions of variegated nine-node wood. In fact, it has other effects, which I will not introduce here one by one. If you are interested, you can take a look at the effects and matters recorded in medical books.