The efficacy and function of Cotinus coggygria branches and leaves

The medicinal value of Cotinus coggygria branches and leaves is beyond our imagination. They are very effective in treating some diseases. The branches and leaves of Cotinus coggygria contain many substances that are beneficial to the human body. Let’s take a look.

[Source] It is the branches and leaves of Cotinus coggygria , a plant of the Anacardiaceae family.

【Chemical composition】 The leaves contain 33% tannins. Tannins include gallic acid, gallic acid tetrasaccharide, trigalloyl glucose, trimethylgalloyl glucose, flavonoids, delphinidin 3-galactoside, bilberry anthocyanin, petunidin-3-glucoside, cyanidin monoglucoside, delphinidin monoglucoside, and peonydin monoglucoside. It also contains volatile oils.

[Pharmacological action] The total flavonoids obtained from the leaves of Cotinus coggygria have anti-inflammatory effects at an oral dose of 80-160 mg/kg. They can inhibit cell proliferation in rats and mice with formaldehyde-induced paw edema and increase the resistance of capillaries. They are ineffective against egg white edema. In addition, because it contains tannins, it has astringent and antibacterial effects. It can be used externally to treat trauma; it can also be taken internally to treat gastroenteritis, etc.

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

【Functions and indications】 Clears away dampness and heat. Treat jaundice, burns caused by water or fire, and lacquer sores.

[Additional prescription] ① For the treatment of icteric infectious hepatitis: 3 grams of Cotinus coggygria. Decoction in water.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

【Source】 From Hebei Traditional Chinese Medicine Handbook

The above is an introduction to the functions of Cotinus coggygria branches and leaves. When using it, you can do so according to the needs mentioned above. Cotinus coggygria branches and leaves are also very helpful in treating certain diseases.