Huangshan five-leaf ginseng's efficacy and function

There are so many medicinal herbs in the world, and it is inevitable that there are some that we are not familiar with. But as long as we have the spirit of learning throughout our lives, I believe we can slowly learn more medical herbs. So do you know about the medicinal herb Huangshan five-leaf ginseng?

[Source] Medicinal material source: the roots and stems of Huangshan quinata, a plant of the Araliaceae family.

[Original form] Huangshan five-leaf ginseng, shrub or small tree, 2-8cm high. Pinnate compound leaves are alternate; leaflets are 3-5, ovate to ovate-oblong, 5-12cm long, 3-7cm wide, pointed or shortly acuminate at the apex, rounded to obtuse at the base, serrated at the margin, glabrous above, hairy in the vein axils below. The umbels are arranged in racemes, followed by terminal panicles, up to 30 cm long, with fewer hairs on the axis of the raceme, and the pedicels and pedicels are densely covered with rusty long hairs; the flowers are white; the calyx has 5 teeth on the edge; there are 5 petals; there are 5 stamens; the ovary is inferior, with 5 chambers and 5 styles, which are fused to the top to form a column. The fruit is ovoid-spherical and black when ripe.

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: grows in sparse bushes or forests.

【Nature and flavor】 Spicy; slightly warm

【Functions and indications】 Dispel wind and dampness; dredge meridians and relieve pain. Mainly used for rheumatic pain and traumatic injuries

【Usage and Dosage】 For internal use: "Decoction, 9-15g; or soak in wine. For external use: know the amount, decoction for washing.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

I believe that through the detailed introduction of Huangshan five-leaf ginseng in this article, everyone can understand the efficacy and medicinal properties of Huangshan five-leaf ginseng. I hope this helps you all.