The efficacy and function of Curculigo orchioides

As people's living standards improve, they pay more attention to health preservation. Many people know that the traditional Chinese medicine Curculigo orchioides is good for the body and can treat many diseases. Let’s learn about it today.

[Other names] Earth palm, monkey scarf, monkey head wrap, bamboo ganoderma

[Source] Curculigo capitulata (Lour.) O. Kuntze, a plant of the genus Curculigo in the Curculiginiaceae family, is used as medicine with its roots and rhizomes . It can be harvested in all seasons, washed, dried or used fresh.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter, astringent, neutral.

[Functions and indications] Moistens the lungs and resolves phlegm, relieves cough and asthma, calms the spleen, nourishes the kidneys and consolidates essence. Used for asthma and cough due to kidney deficiency, soreness of waist and knees, leucorrhea, and spermatorrhea.

【Usage and Dosage】 0.5～1 liang.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

Through the introduction of the above content, we can understand that the traditional Chinese medicine Curculigo macrophylla plays a very important role in many aspects. Proper consumption of Curculigo orchioides has many benefits for our body.