The efficacy and function of red clover

The Chinese medicinal herb red clover is already very familiar to most people. But in fact, not many people know the effects and functions of the traditional Chinese medicine red clover, so let’s talk about it below.

[Other names] Red clover, clover, red clover, red clover, red grass

[Source] Trifolium pratense L. of the Leguminosae family , its inflorescence and flowering branches and leaves are used as medicine.

【Habitat distribution】 Northeast China, North China, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Anhui, and Jiangxi.

【Chemical composition】 The leaves contain pratol (C ₁₆ H ₁₂ O ₄ ) and glucoside.

【Nature and flavor】 Slightly sweet, neutral.

【Functions and indications】 Antitussive, antiasthmatic, and antispasmodic.

【Usage and Dosage】 0.5～1 liang.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

【Source】 Illustrated Guide to Chinese Medicinal Plants

Through the detailed introduction above, we have a good understanding of the effects and functions of the traditional Chinese medicine red clover. I hope this can be helpful to everyone.