The efficacy and function of Fengwei Guanzhong

The world is full of wonders, and Chinese medicinal materials are also varied and varied. Here I would like to introduce to you a Chinese medicinal material, Phoenix Tail Guanzhong.

[Source] It is the whole herb of Pteris spinulosa of the Dryopteris family. Available all year round.

[Original form] Perennial herb, 13 to 17 cm high. The rhizome is erect, with petiole residues, and the surface is covered with membranous scales. The scales are lanceolate, light brown, pointed at the apex, and serrated on the edges; the roots are clustered, slender, tough, and black-brown. The leaves are pinnately compound and arranged in clusters; the petiole is 4-5 cm long, with scales at the base, broadly ovate, light brown, with inconspicuous fine teeth on the edge; the lower end of the rachis is covered with narrow scales; the leaflets are alternate, rhombus-ovate, gradually pointed at the apex, with thorns on the edges, of varying sizes, with one on the upper side of the base significantly enlarged, ear-shaped, with thorns on the top and tooth tips, the base of the leaf blade is broadly cuneate, oblique, asymmetrical, and covered with short hairs on both sides. Sporangium nearly round, scattered, brown.

[Habitat distribution] It likes to grow on rocks in shady places.

[Nature and flavor] It is neutral in nature, tastes spicy and slightly bitter.

【Functions and indications】Hemostasis. Treats bloody stool, epistaxis, and metrorrhagia in women.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 3 to 5 qian.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Commonly Used Herbs in Kunming Folk Culture"

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