The efficacy and function of white sandalwood

We know that there are many kinds of Chinese medicinal materials, and sandalwood is one of them. In order for sandalwood to play its role correctly and scientifically, it is necessary to master its consumption method, because different medicinal materials have their own unique nutrition and efficacy. Let’s study it below.

[Other names] wild buckwheat root, big buckwheat herb, ground pepper, black pepper tree

[Source] Symplocos paniculata (Thunb.) Miq., a member of the Alumulaceae family, the whole plant is used as medicine.

【Habitat distribution】 Northeast China, North China, East China, Taiwan, and Yunnan.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter, astringent, slightly cold.

【Functions and indications】 Anti-inflammatory, softening hard masses, regulating qi. It is mainly used to treat mastitis, lymphadenitis, hernia, intestinal carbuncle, gastric cancer, and furunculosis.

【Usage and Dosage】 3 to 8 cents.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

The above describes some ways to eat sandalwood. Although many medicinal herbs can be eaten, we must remind everyone that Chinese medicines generally cannot be taken indiscriminately and should be used according to your own situation.