The efficacy and function of Tung Blossom

Traditional Chinese medicine has always been the best choice for many people to treat diseases. It is very helpful in treating diseases and you can rest assured when choosing it. Today we will introduce a traditional Chinese medicine, Tung Blossom.

[Other names] Red Tong, Red Ding Feng, Red Water Chestnut, Male and Female Tree, Big Dan, Red Dragon Boat Flower, Champion Red, Lotus Bud Flower [Sichuan]

[Source] Clerodendron japonicum (Thunb.), Verbenaceae Clerodendron japonicum (Thunb.) Sweet, with roots and leaves used as medicine. It can be harvested throughout the year, washed and chopped and used fresh or dried.

【Nature and flavor】 Slightly sweet, light, and cool.

【Functions and indications】 Root: dispels wind and dampness, disperses blood stasis and reduces swelling. Used for rheumatic bone pain, lumbar muscle strain, trauma, tuberculosis cough, and hemoptysis.

[Usage and Dosage] 0.3-1 liang of root; appropriate amount of leaves for external use, mash the fresh leaves and apply to the affected area.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

The above introduces some common knowledge about Tung Blossom. In order to make more people understand Tung Blossom, you can accumulate more related things in your daily life, which will play an important role in maintaining our health.