The efficacy and function of Rhododendron

Recently, major TV channels have launched various health programs, and food programs have also introduced special health-preserving dietary therapy methods. All aspects show that the concept of health preservation is gradually deepening in people's understanding. Next, we will introduce a health-preserving medicinal material, Rhododendron dasyphylla.

[Source] Medicinal material source: the roots and leaves of Rhododendron dasyphylla, a plant of the Ericaceae family.

[Original form] Large white-flowered azalea, an evergreen shrub or small tree, up to 1-8m tall. The twigs are thick and hairless, and the young branches are green and initially covered with white powder. : : : : : : : : : : : : : : :

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: Growing under forests or in thickets at an altitude of (1000-)2000-3600m.

[Chemical composition] The leaves contain two toxic components, grayanotoxins Ⅳ and Ⅰ.

[Pharmacological action] Rhododendron scabra toxin I and Rhododendron scabra toxin II were isolated from Rhododendron scabra toxin. Rhododendron scabra toxin II had a significant antihypertensive effect when administered to rats at a dose of 1-100 μg/kg. The effect was fast and short. Blood pressure dropped to the lowest value 1-2 minutes after administration and generally returned to normal after 15 minutes. The median lethal dose of phytotoxin II injected intraperitoneally into mice is 1.05 mg/kg.

【Nature and flavor】 Spicy; neutral

【Functions and indications】 Clears away dampness and heat; promotes blood circulation and relieves pain. Treats leucorrhea, leucorrhea, rheumatic pain, and traumatic injury

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct 3-9g. For external use: take appropriate amount and mash it for application.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

Everyone should know the effects and functions of great white azalea. Great white azalea has high medicinal value and is a very common Chinese medicinal material. It is very good for our body.