The efficacy and function of winter hemp root

Speaking of Dongli Hemp Root, I believe many friends know it, because it has a good effect in treating diseases. However, some friends do not know the specific effects of Dongli Hemp Root, so let’s take a detailed look at the effects of Dongli Hemp Root here.

【Other name】 Water willow root

[Source] Medicinal material source: the root or root bark of water hemp of the Urticaceae family.

[Original form] Deciduous shrub, up to 1-3m tall. The twigs are thin and densely covered with short hairs. Leaves are alternate; petiole is 3-6mm long; leaf blade is lanceolate or narrowly lanceolate, 4-16cm long, 1-3cm wide, acuminate at apex, rounded or obtuse at base, with densely dentate margins, rough above, densely white short hairs below; 3 basal veins, 5-6 pairs of lateral veins. Dioecious; inflorescence usually grows in the axils of leaf scars, with short stalks, often bifurcated branches, with a spherical flower cluster at the top of each branch; male flowers have 4 tepals, about 1.5mm long, and 4 stamens; female flower clusters are about 2mm in diameter. The infructescence is spherical, up to 7mm in diameter, with small achenes and persistent tubular perianth that is orange-yellow and fleshy. The flowering period is from April to July, and the fruiting period is from June to August.

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: Grown in hills or low mountain streams or forests.

【Nature and flavor】 slightly bitter; pungent; neutral

【Functions and indications】 Expel wind and dampness; promote blood circulation and relieve pain; detoxify and reduce swelling. It is used for rheumatic pain, swelling caused by falls, fractures, bleeding caused by trauma, and swelling caused by sores, carbuncles, and pus.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decocted in water, 9-15g. For external use: take appropriate amount, grind into powder and apply on the skin; or crush fresh product and apply on the skin.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

Through the detailed introduction of this article, I believe everyone has a certain understanding of the role and efficacy of Donglima root. The several functions and effects introduced in the article are relatively common. I hope everyone can remember them and they will be helpful in your life.