The efficacy and function of the stems and leaves of Panax notoginseng

The stems and leaves of Panax notoginseng are famous traditional and commonly used Chinese medicinal materials in my country with a long history of application. Today we will learn about the stems and leaves of Panax notoginseng.

[Source] The stems and leaves of the Asteraceae plant Glehnia littoralis . Harvested in summer and autumn.

【Original morphology】 The plant morphology is detailed in the entry for "White-backed Panax notoginseng".

[Properties and flavors] "Yunnan Chinese Herbal Medicine": "Salty, slightly spicy, cold, poisonous."

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat, relaxes muscles, stops bleeding, and removes blood stasis. Treat whooping cough, rheumatic pain, fractures, traumatic bleeding, carbuncles, sores and boils.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 2 to 3 qian. For external use: mash and apply or grind into powder and sprinkle.

[Additional prescription] ① Treat fractures and bleeding due to trauma: Grind the stems and leaves of Panax notoginseng into powder and spread it on the affected area. Also use an appropriate amount of white-backed Panax notoginseng roots to soak in wine and drink.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

Although the stems and leaves of Panax notoginseng have many magical effects, they cannot be eaten casually. We need to use the medicine according to the user's own situation. I hope everyone will not take it indiscriminately to avoid unnecessary consequences.