The efficacy and function of camphor root bark

The root bark of camphor tree is a very common Chinese medicine and is also a frequently used medicine. It has unique effects and functions in treating many diseases. Here I will tell you in detail about the effects of some traditional Chinese medicine camphor root bark.

[Alias] Glechoma longituba root bark (Common Chinese Herbal Medicine Formulas).

[Source] It is the root or root bark of the Lauraceae plant Cinnamomum camphora .

[Original form] Large-leaf camphor, also known as: Yu (Shan Hai Jing), Diao Zhang (Bie Lu), Wu Zhang (Tao Hongjing), sleeper (Shi Ji Zheng Yi), Ding Ding Huang, small-leaf sweet sandalwood, wild camphor tree, and bare dog stick.

[Habitat distribution] Growing in bushes on hillsides, stream sides and roadsides. Distributed in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Henan, Hubei, Sichuan, Jiangxi and other places.

[Chemical composition] The roots contain linalool and neolitpine.

【Properties and flavors】 ①《Bencao Gangmu》: "warm, non-toxic."

【Functions and indications】 Treat running pig, athlete's foot, edema, scabies, and traumatic bleeding.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 2 to 3 qian. For external use: grind into powder and sprinkle or decoct in water for bathing.

[Remarks] The wood of this plant (pillow material) is also used for medicinal purposes, which is detailed in a separate article.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Ming Yi Bie Lu".

The article introduces the effects and functions of camphor root bark in detail. We hope that everyone can remember its common effects, which will help us to use camphor root bark correctly in our lives. The root bark of camphor tree can effectively improve our physical fitness and is very beneficial to improving our body immunity.