The efficacy and function of Torreya grandis

The essence of traditional Chinese medicine is to treat both the symptoms and the root cause. Compared with Western medicine, the effects and efficacy of traditional Chinese medicine are much better. The same is true for the Chinese medicinal torreya, and here we will introduce the effects and functions of the Chinese medicinal torreya.

【English name】 SEMEN TORREYAE

[Other names] Torreya grandis, Torreya grandis, Torreya grandis, Wild fir, Torreya grandis

[Source] This product is the dried mature seeds of Torreya grandis Fort., a plant of the Taxaceae family. The seeds are harvested in autumn when they are ripe, the fleshy aril is removed, washed and dried.

[Properties] This product is oval or oblong, 2-3.5cm long and 1.3-2cm in diameter. The surface is grayish yellow or light yellowish brown with longitudinal wrinkles. One end is blunt and round with an oval hilum visible, and the other end is slightly pointed. The seed cortex is hard and about 1mm thick. The surface of the kernel is wrinkled, the endosperm is gray-brown and membranous; the endosperm is yellow-white, enlarged and rich in oil. It has a faint smell and tastes slightly sweet and astringent.

[Preparation] Remove the shell and take out the kernel. Crush when using.

【Nature and flavor】 Sweet, neutral.

[return through] return the lung, stomach and large intestine meridians.

【Functions and indications】 Kill insects, eliminate accumulation, moisten dryness and promote bowel movements. It is used for hookworm, roundworm, red worm disease, abdominal pain caused by worm accumulation, malnutrition in children, and constipation.

【Usage and Dosage】 9-15g.

【Storage】 Store in a cool and dry place to prevent moth damage.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Pharmacopoeia

【Source】 "Tang Materia Medica"

Through the detailed introduction of the Chinese medicine Torreya grandis in the above article, we know that Torreya grandis has many functions and effects and is extremely beneficial to the body. So if you have related symptoms, you might as well give it a try.