Effects and functions of Aconitum kusnezoffii leaves

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

【English name】 FOLIUM ACONITI KUSNEZOFFII

[Source] This product is a medicinal material commonly used by the Mongolian ethnic group. It is the dried leaves of Aconitum kusnezoffii Reichb., a plant of the Ranunculaceae family . Harvest in summer when the leaves are lush and the flowers have not yet bloomed, remove impurities and dry in time.

【Properties】 This product is mostly wrinkled, curled and broken. The complete leaf is oval when flattened, 3-lobed, 5-12 cm long, 10-17 cm wide; gray-green or yellow-green; the middle lobe is rhombic, gradually pointed, and nearly pinnately lobed; the side lobes are 2-lobed; the lobes are lanceolate or ovate-lanceolate. The upper surface is slightly pubescent, while the lower surface is glabrous; the petiole is 2 to 6 cm long. Crisp texture. It has a faint smell and tastes slightly salty and spicy.

【Identification】 (1) Surface appearance of this product: The upper epidermal cell wall is slightly curved, and the outer flat wall has sparse keratin texture; the non-glandular hairs are single-celled, mostly sickle-shaped, about 468μm long and 44μm in diameter, with wart-like protrusions on the wall. The antipodal wall of the lower epidermal cells is deeply wavy; there are many stomata, indefinite in form, and 3 to 5 accessory cells.

【Nature and flavor】Pungent, astringent, neutral; slightly toxic.

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat, detoxifies and relieves pain. Used for fever, diarrhea, abdominal pain, headache and toothache.

[Usage and Dosage] 1-1.2g, mostly used in pills or powders.

【Note】 Use with caution during pregnancy.

【Storage】 Store in a dry place.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Pharmacopoeia

The above describes some ways to eat Aconitum leaves. 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.