Effects and functions of croton oil

The traditional Chinese medicine croton oil is often used by people in real life because of its functions and effects. So, what are the effects and functions of croton oil? Let us study it together.

[Source] It is the fatty oil found in the seed kernels of the Euphorbiaceae plant Croton tiglium . The plant morphology is detailed in the entry for "Croton".

[Properties] It is a yellow or yellowish brown liquid, viscous, transparent, and slightly fluorescent. Has a spicy aroma.

【Nature and flavor】Pungent, hot, toxic.

【Functions and indications】 ① "Compendium of Materia Medica": "It can treat stroke, phlegm syncope, qi syncope, nausea, throat paralysis, all acute diseases, throat obstruction, clenched jaws. Wrap the crushed croton seeds in cotton paper, squeeze out the oil and make a pinch. Light a lamp and blow it out, and fumigate the nose, or use the hot smoke to pierce the throat. It will immediately stop drooling or bleeding. Also, if there is bleeding on the tongue for no reason, fumigate the upper and lower parts of the tongue and it will stop by itself."

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

【Source】From "Compendium of Materia Medica".

The above are the effects and functions of croton oil. We can also consume croton oil reasonably according to our own situation to relieve the pain caused by the disease.