The efficacy and function of white perilla stem

The development of Western medicine has brought some crises to traditional Chinese medicine. But traditional Chinese medicine still has many magical aspects. Let’s talk about the effects and functions of the traditional Chinese medicine white perilla stem.

[Source] It is the stem of Perilla frutescens, a plant of the Lamiaceae family. When the fruits are ripe in autumn, cut off the old stems, remove the fruits and branches and leaves, and dry them in the sun.

[Habitat distribution] Produced in Jiangsu, Anhui, Sichuan, Yunnan and other places.

[Properties] Dry stems, most leaves have fallen off, often with fruit clusters. The stem is square with rounded corners and grooves on the four sides. The surface is yellow-green and easy to break. The cross-section of the stem is yellow-white with white loose pith in the center. The remaining leaves are wrinkled, curled or broken, dark green, lighter on the back, and covered with white hairs on both sides. It has a fragrant aroma and a slightly bitter and spicy taste. The best ones are those with old, dry stems, no roots, leaves or impurities, and a fragrant smell.

[Properties and flavors] "Southern Yunnan Materia Medica": "Spicy, warm, non-toxic."

【Meridian】 "Sichuan Chinese Medicine Annals": "enters the lung and spleen meridians."

【Functions and indications】 Soothing qi, helping digestion, relieving pain, and stabilizing pregnancy. It is used to treat qi stagnation, food stagnation, chest tightness, abdominal pain, and fetal disharmony.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decocted in water, 1.5 to 3 qian.

[Remarks] This product is used in the same way as Perilla stem in Jiangsu, Sichuan and other places, and is commonly called Su Geng. See the entry for "Perilla stem".

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "The Empirical Identification Method of the Shape and Properties of Traditional Chinese Medicine".

This article introduces some basic knowledge about the medicinal herb Perilla frutescens. Perilla frutescens is very effective in treating some related diseases of the human body. Moreover, white perilla stems have a certain regulating effect on the body and can be eaten in moderation.