The efficacy and function of red root

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. Do you know about the medicinal herb red root?

[Other names] Small single-legged lotus, worm corn, blood-seeing fly

[Source] Arisaema calcareum H. Li, a plant of the genus Araceae , is used as medicine using its rhizome . It can be harvested throughout the year, washed, and used fresh or dried.

【Nature and flavor】Pungent, cold. Highly toxic.

【Functions and indications】Detoxification, swelling reduction and pain relief. Used externally to treat carbuncles, swellings, mastitis, mumps, and snake bites.

[Usage and Dosage] Take appropriate amount of fresh product, mash it and apply externally; grind the dry product into powder and mix it with water or wine, or grind the dry product into wine and apply it to the affected area.

【Note】 Take it orally with caution and apply it to damaged wounds.

【Remarks】 (1) This product is highly toxic and should not be taken orally or applied to damaged wounds. If poisoning occurs by accident, treat it as general poisoning. You can also add 5 cents each of ginger, licorice and saposhnikovia root, decocted in water and taken to detoxify.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

【Source】 Yunnan Chinese Herbal Medicine

I believe that through the detailed introduction of red root in this article, everyone can understand the efficacy and medicinal properties of red root. I hope this helps you all.