Effects and functions of Croton leaves

Everyone is familiar with croton leaves, of course some people are unfamiliar with them. In fact, croton leaf is a relatively common Chinese medicinal material. So what exactly does croton leaf do?

[Other names] Double-eyed dragon leaf (Lingnan Medicinal Records), Large-leaf double-eyed dragon leaf (Lingnan Herbal Records).

[Source] Leaves of Croton tiglium of the Euphorbiaceae family. For plant morphology, please refer to the entry for "Croton tiglium".

【Functions and indications】 Treat malaria, sores, ringworms, bruises, and snake bites.

[Usage and Dosage] Grind Neihuang into powder and mix with wine. 1～5 cents; or in capsule form. For external use: decoct in water for washing or mash for application.

[Additional prescription] ① For the treatment of malaria: 1 li of croton leaves (ground into fine powder), put into capsules, and take with boiled water. ㈡ Large leaf double-rooted dragon leaf is five cents, and pointed betel is six cents. Grind into powder and drink with wine.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Nanning City Pharmacopoeia".

Above we introduced what croton leaves are, and we also learned about the effects and functions of the traditional Chinese medicine croton leaves. We know that the effects of croton leaves are very powerful, and everyone can eat some croton leaves for health preservation.