The efficacy and function of red back leaves

In fact, the occurrence of many human diseases is closely related to diet. If you want to have a healthy body, diet therapy is a very good method. Various Chinese medicinal materials play a very critical role. Today we will introduce to you the Chinese medicine red back leaf.

[Other names] Red-capped tree, red-backed lady

[Source] It is a plant of the Euphorbiaceae family, Alchornea trewioides (Benth.) Muell.-Arg., and its roots and leaves are used as medicine. The roots can be harvested in all seasons, and the leaves are harvested in summer and autumn and dried.

【Nature and flavor】 Sweet, cool.

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat and dampness, disperses blood stasis and stops bleeding. Used for dysentery, dysuria, hematuria, urinary tract stones, metrorrhagia, leucorrhea, low back and leg pain, swelling and pain from falls; used externally to treat traumatic bleeding, urticaria, and eczema.

[Usage and Dosage] 0.5-1 liang of roots, 3-5 qian of leaves; for external use, mash the fresh leaves and apply them or boil them in water to wash the affected area.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

【Source】 Guangxi Chinese Herbal Medicine

Based on the above summary, red back leaves still have certain pharmacological effects. What needs to be noted is that red back leaves should be consumed according to one's actual situation and not in excess.