The efficacy and function of black tower root

Black pomegranate root is a common Chinese medicine with many different functions. It can regulate some diseases of the human body. Let us take a look at its specific functions below.

[Other name] Oil persimmon root (Classification of Herbal Properties)

[Source] It is the root of the Fuzhou diospyros , a plant of the Ebenaceae family. Dig up from September to November and dry in the sun.

[Original form] Fuzhou persimmon, also known as: black tower, black clove, and wild oil persimmon.

[Habitat distribution] Grown on the hillside, ridges and moist land. Distributed in Sichuan, Fujian and other places.

[Properties] The dry root is 30 to 40 cm long, 1 to 2 cm thick, with several branches and fine fibrous roots. The surface is brown-black and delicate, with a thin skin, and the inside is solid and yellow-white.

[Properties and flavors] "Sichuan Chinese Materia Medica": "It tastes bitter, is slightly cold, and is non-toxic."

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat, cools blood, regulates menstruation and promotes diuresis. Treats lung heat cough, vomiting blood, intestinal bleeding, amenorrhea, and ascites.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 0.5 to 1 liang.

【Note】 "Chongqing Herbal Medicine": "People with weak constitution and coldness should avoid using this medicine."

[Additional prescription] ① Treat intestinal wind and bleeding: 4 liang of black pomegranate root, 2 liang of milk seed root, 2 liang of ground money, and 2 liang of kudzu fungus. Stewed pig intestines. (Chongqing Herbs)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

【Source】 From "Sichuan Chinese Medicine Records"

Through the above introduction, we can understand the relevant knowledge about black pomegranate root. If we can give full play to the efficacy of black pomegranate root, it can help us solve some physical diseases. Therefore, many people regard it as their own health care option.