The efficacy and function of white pomegranate flowers

White pomegranate flower is a familiar medicinal material with unusual effects and functions. It is the key to cure many diseases. Let's have a deeper understanding of white pomegranate flower!

[Source] The petals of the white pomegranate or double white pomegranate of the Punica family. When the flowers are in bloom from May to June, pick them and dry them.

【Original form】 ① White pomegranate

[Habitat distribution] Native to Sichuan.

[Properties] The dried petals are mostly wrinkled and yellow or brownish yellow. Pick up intact ones, soak them in warm water and then lay them flat for observation. The whole body is oval in shape, with a blunt top, a slightly narrow base and often broken edges. The main vein is thicker and originates from the base of the petals, while the lateral veins are smaller. Reticulate, all brown. It is soft, thin and slightly transparent. The best ones are yellowish-white in color and have a slightly fragrant smell.

[Processing] Pick out impurities and use raw or stir-fry until black.

【Nature and flavor】Sour, sweet, neutral.

【Functions and indications】Hemostasis, astringency to the intestines. Treat coughing up blood, vomiting blood, nosebleed, bloody stool, and chronic diarrhea.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decocted in water, 2-3 qian (0.5-1 liang for fresh ones). For external use: grind into powder and blow into nose.

[Additional prescription] ① For treating coughing up blood, vomiting blood and bloody stool: decoct 15 to 20 white pomegranate flowers in water and drink. (Fujian Chinese Herbal Medicine)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Sichuan Chinese Materia Medica".

Through the introduction of the Chinese medicinal herb white pomegranate flower in the above article, we can clearly see that the Chinese medicinal herb white pomegranate flower has many effects and functions. Therefore, in the future, everyone might as well learn more about Chinese medicines such as white pomegranate flowers in their lives.