Effects and functions of periwinkle

There are many types of Chinese medicine. When we choose, we need to understand the medicine first. So do you know about the medicinal material Catharanthus roseus? Let us introduce it below.

[Other names] Ririxin, Yanlaihong

[Source] It is the whole herb of Catharanthus roseus (L.) G Don [Vinca rosea L.] of the Apocynaceae family. Available all year round. Wash, cut into sections, dry and set aside or use fresh.

【Nature and flavor】 Slightly bitter, cool. poisonous.

【Functions and indications】Anti-cancer, lowering blood pressure. Used for acute lymphocytic leukemia, lymphosarcoma, giant follicular lymphoma, and hypertension.

【Usage and Dosage】 3 to 5 cents.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

【Source】 Guangzhou Army "Handbook of Commonly Used Chinese Herbal Medicines"

The above is a detailed introduction to the effects and functions of Catharanthus roseus. When choosing it, pay attention to the dosage to avoid causing harm to your body.