The efficacy and function of black leaf root

I believe many people are familiar with the Chinese medicinal material black leaf root. As a common Chinese medicinal material, black leaf root is rich in nutrients. Let us learn about it in detail below.

[Source] It is the root of the Euphorbiaceae plant black-faced leaf . It can be harvested throughout the year, washed, sliced ​​and dried.

[Habitat distribution] Produced in Guangxi, Guangdong and other places.

[Properties] The dried roots are cylindrical, slightly curved, of varying lengths, 2 to 4 cm in diameter, brown-red in color, slightly wrinkled, and the cortex is up to 1.5 mm thick. The cut surface is light yellow, the annual rings are obvious, and the rays are fine and clear.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter, cold.

【Functions and indications】 Dispel wind, clear away heat, disperse blood stasis and reduce swelling. Treat heat toxins in the head and face, tonsillitis, hot diarrhea, and lacquer sores.

[Usage and Dosage] For internal use: boil into soup, 1.5-3 qian; or soak in wine. For external use: decoct in water for washing or mash for application. "

[Additional prescription] ① Treat toenail inflammation and pharyngitis: 50 cents to 1 ounce of black leaf root. Decoction in water. (Guangzhou Army "Handbook of Commonly Used Chinese Herbal Medicines")

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The above introduction to the knowledge about black-faced leaf roots has helped me believe that everyone will have a better understanding of black-faced leaf roots. We can eat black face leaf roots in our daily life to regulate and improve our body.