The efficacy and function of Staghorn hornwort

Chinese medicine has different effects on our body and can regulate our body. Today we will introduce a Chinese medicine: Staghorn paniculata. What are its specific effects and functions? Let’s take a look.

[Other names] Eucommia ulmoides, Eucommia ulmoides, Eucommia ulmoides, Eucommia ulmoides, Eucommia ulmoides

[Source] Chonemorpha megacalyx Pierre of the Apocynaceae family, its stems and vines are used as medicine.

【Habitat distribution】 Yunnan.

【Nature and flavor】 Spicy, warm.

[Functions and indications] Promote blood circulation and relieve pain, set bones and promote tissue regeneration, and lower blood pressure. It is mainly used to treat kidney deficiency, low back pain, hypertension, rheumatic low back and leg pain, fractures, and contusions.

[Usage and Dosage] 3-5 qian, decocted in water or soaked in wine.

[Remarks] The whole plant and its hairs are poisonous and may cause pain and itching when in contact. They can be washed with clean water and then treated with diphenhydramine and calcium tablets.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

【Source】 "Selected Chinese Herbal Medicines from Yunnan"

Now you know the function of Staghorn cycad. I didn’t know before that Staghorn cycad was such a valuable thing, which shows that our knowledge is not broad enough. So in the future life, learning more about it can be a good way to maintain health. In fact, if you want to maintain your health, there is knowledge everywhere in life.