The efficacy and function of Akebia

For Chinese medicinal materials such as Huamutong, we should first understand its medicinal value and precautions before consuming it. The following is an introduction about the Acanthus fragrans. I hope you can read it carefully, which will be of great help for your consumption.

[Source] It is the woody stem of the Clematis chinensis plant of the Ranunculaceae family . Harvest from August to October, scrape off the skin, slice and dry.

【Original form】 Woody vine. Leaves are opposite; 2-3 compound leaves; leaflets are ovate, with a few serrations on the edges, green above, light green below, and covered with sparse short soft hairs. Flowers axillary; tepals 4, petaloid, white. Achenes numerous, with persistent feathery styles.

[Habitat distribution] Growing in mountain forests or bushes. Distributed in Tibet.

【Nature and flavor】Cold in nature, bitter in taste.

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat and promotes diuresis. Treat edema, cystitis, urethritis, mouth ulcers, chronic diarrhea, rectal prolapse, and milk obstruction.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 1 to 3 qian.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Commonly Used Chinese Herbal Medicines in Tibet".

Through the introduction in this article, we can learn some relevant knowledge about the genus Acanthus. Whether from the perspective of food health or traditional Chinese medicine, the role of Huamutong cannot be underestimated.