Effects and functions of red holly

Ilex redust is a very good medicinal material. It is often used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat patients. It has extremely high medicinal value. Let us learn about several aspects of Ilex redust.

[Alias] Wild ash leaf

[Source] It is the leaves of Ilex rubrum, a plant of the Aquifoliaceae family. Harvest in summer and in season.

[Original form] Evergreen tree or shrub, up to 7 meters high. Branchlets glabrous. The leaves are alternate, leathery, and lanceolate. About 5 to 13 cm long, about 1.5 to 3 cm wide, with acuminate tip, cuneate base, small serrations on the edge, and shiny on the surface; petiole is short. Flowers are 4-some, unisexual, dioecious. The berry-like drupe is spherical, clustered, and red.

【Habitat distribution】Grows near villages. Distributed in Guizhou and other places.

【Nature and flavor】 Cool in nature, sweet in taste.

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat and detoxifies. Treats scalds, burns, and children's head sores.

[Usage and Dosage] For external use: grind into powder, mix with oil and apply.

[Additional prescription] ① For treating scalds and burns: grind wild ash leaves into powder, mix with vegetable oil and apply to the injured area.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Guizhou Herbs".

In fact, you will only know its benefits after practicing it. Just like the Chinese medicinal herb Ilex redifolia introduced above, it turns out that Ilex redifolia can also treat some other diseases. Therefore, eating it in moderation has many benefits.