The efficacy and function of yellow flower

There are many common Chinese medicinal materials in life, and Rhizoma Coptidis is one of them. However, many people are not very clear about Rhizoma Coptidis. Therefore, before choosing to eat it, you need to understand the effects and functions of Rhizoma Coptidis.

[Other names] Yellow-flowered peach blossom, ground plaster, yellow flower mother, Qianjinzhu, leaf grass, pheasant silk, native astragalus [Fujian], Ximi horse pile, plain flower grass

[Source] The whole plant of Sida rhombifolia L., a plant of the genus Sida in the Malvaceae family, is used as medicine. Dig up in autumn, wash, chop and dry.

【Nature and flavor】Sweet, light, and cool.

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat and dampness, discharges pus and relieves pain. Used for colds and fever, tonsillitis, bacterial dysentery, urinary stones, jaundice, dysentery, abdominal pain; used externally to treat carbuncles, furuncles and boils.

[Usage and Dosage] 3-5 qian; For external use, appropriate amount, decoct in water for washing or mash the fresh grass and apply to the affected area.

【Remarks】 (1) The following three plants of the same genus have the same medicinal uses. Sida alnifolia L.; Sida acuta Burm . f.; Sida retusa L.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

[Source] "Selected Chinese Herbal Medicines in Simao, Yunnan"

The effects and functions of Rhizoma Coptidis have been described in detail above, and I believe everyone has a certain understanding of it. Whether Rhizoma Coptidis has other therapeutic effects still requires further research.