The efficacy and function of Smilax china

Smilax china can not only supplement the body's nutritional elements, but also help regulate various functions of the body. It also has high medicinal value. Today, I will take you to learn about Smilax china.

[Other names] King Kong vine, iron water chestnut, Magal, tendon and bone pillar, red lantern fruit

[Source] Rhizome of Smilax china L., a plant of the genus Smilax in the Liliaceae family. Its leaves are also used as medicine. It can be harvested throughout the year, washed, sliced ​​and dried, or soaked in salt water for several hours, then steamed and dried. The leaves are picked in summer and dried.

【Nature and flavor】 Sweet, sour, neutral.

【Functions and indications】 Dispel wind and dampness, detoxify and reduce swelling. Rhizome: used to treat rheumatic joint pain, trauma, gastroenteritis, dysentery, indigestion, diabetes, chyluria, leucorrhea, and cancer; Leaves: used externally to treat carbuncles, furuncles, and burns.

[Usage and Dosage] 1 to 2 liang of rhizome; for external use, appropriate amount of leaves, grind into powder and mix with oil for external application.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

[Source] "Bielu"

The above only introduces some of the effects and functions of Smilax china. In fact, it has other effects, which I will not introduce here one by one. If you are interested, you can take a look at the effects and matters recorded in medical books.