The efficacy and function of Platycladus orientalis leaves

Platycladus orientalis leaves are a traditional Chinese medicine. In addition to the effects we know in daily life, Platycladus orientalis leaves actually have many other effects and functions. Let’s take a look at them right away.

【English name】 CACUMEN PLATYCLADI

【Other names】Cypress, cedar, cypress, cypress tree

[Source] This product is the dried branches and leaves of Platycladus orientalis (L.) Franco, a plant of the Cupressaceae family. It is mostly harvested in summer and autumn and dried in the shade.

【Properties】 This product is multi-branched, and the twigs are flat. The leaves are small, scaly, arranged alternately and attached to the branches, and are dark green or yellow-green. It is brittle and easily broken. It has a light fragrance and tastes bitter and slightly spicy.

【Identification】 The powder of this product is yellow-green. The upper epidermal cells are rectangular with slightly thick walls. The lower epidermal cells are square-shaped; there are many stomata, which are sunken; the guard cells are relatively large and dumbbell-shaped when viewed from the side. The parenchyma cells contain oil droplets. The fibers are long and slender, with a diameter of about 18 μm. Tracheids with marginated pits are sometimes visible.

[Preparation] Platycladus orientalis leaves : remove hard stems and impurities.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter, astringent, cold.

[return through] return the lung, liver and spleen meridians.

【Functions and indications】 Cools blood and stops bleeding, promotes hair growth and darkens hair. It is used for vomiting blood, epistaxis, hemoptysis, blood in the stool, metrorrhagia, hair loss due to blood heat, and premature graying of hair.

【Usage and Dosage】 6-12g; appropriate amount for external use.

【Storage】 Store in a dry place.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Pharmacopoeia

【Source】 "Medicine Properties"

The above is an introduction to some relevant knowledge about Platycladus orientalis leaves. Do you have a better understanding of it? I hope everyone can apply Platycladus orientalis leaves in their lives to serve our health.