The efficacy and function of Elaeagnus leaves

Traditional Chinese medicine is very helpful in treating certain diseases, so you can feel free when choosing herbs. Elaeagnus leaf is a medicinal material that is not unfamiliar to us. Do you know its effects and functions? Let's take a look.

[Other name] Pu Tui leaves (Zhongzang Jing).

[Source] It is the leaves of Elaeagnus erythrorhizon, a plant of the Elaeagnaceae family.

【Nature and flavor】 "Compendium of Materia Medica": "sour, flat, non-toxic."

【Functions and indications】 Treats cough and asthma, hemoptysis, carbuncle, and bleeding from trauma.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 3-5 qian (0.8-1 liang for fresh); or grind into powder. For external use: mash and apply or grind into powder and apply.

[Additional prescription] ① To treat all severe cases of lung asthma: roast and grind cattail leaves into fine powder. Take two spoonfuls of the medicine mixed with rice drink and take it together to achieve recovery. (Zhongzang Sutra)

【Explanations by various scholars】 "Compendium of Materia Medica": "The recipe of Pu Tui leaf for treating wheezing and coughing comes from the "Zhongzang Jing", and it is also effective for severe cases. It is said that someone who had suffered from wheezing for 30 years was cured immediately after taking it. In severe cases, after taking the medicine, a small itchy rash appeared on the chest, which was a sign of recovery. If the patient is very weak, add an equal amount of ginseng, which is called Qingfei San. Most of them are used for its sour and astringent properties, which can restrain the depleted lung qi."

【Clinical application】 ①Treatment of chronic tracheitis

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

【Source】 From "Supplement to Compendium of Materia Medica"

I believe that friends who were not very clear about Elaeagnus leaves at the beginning should now have mastered the relevant knowledge about Elaeagnus leaves. I hope this article can be helpful to you.