The efficacy and function of Stephania scabra

In our lives, Scutellaria baicalensis has attracted our attention because of its extremely high medicinal value. Let's take a closer look at what is Scutellaria baicalensis?

[Other names] Sapium wilfordii, Golden Turtle [Guangxi, Guangdong], Mountain Turtle [Guangdong], Stone Toad Potato [Guangxi]

[Source] It is a plant of the genus Stephania in the family Menispermaceae, Stephania sinica Diels, and its tubers are used as medicine. Available all year round. Wash, slice and dry for later use.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter, cool.

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat and detoxifies, disperses blood stasis and relieves pain. Used for upper respiratory tract infection, pharyngitis, stomachache, acute gastroenteritis, bacterial dysentery, malaria, rheumatic pain, traumatic pain; used externally to treat bruises, snake bites, sores and swelling.

[Usage and Dosage] 3-5 qian; for external use, mash the fresh product and apply to the affected area.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

From the above we can see that the Chinese medicine Scutellaria baicalensis has very high medicinal value, so we can consider using Scutellaria baicalensis in our lives.