The efficacy and function of Gaoshanwang

As a traditional Chinese medicinal material, Gao Shan Wang provides us with a variety of nutrients. Gao Shan Wang can also solve some diseases encountered by the body, so it is deeply loved by people. Let’s take a look at the nutritional value and benefits of Alpinia galanga.

[Alias] Little winter peach, old red.

[Source] Medicinal material source: The root of Elaeocarpus sphenanthera, a plant of the Elaeocarpus family.

[Original form] Elaeocarpus chinensis is an evergreen small tree, 3-7m tall. The young branches are pubescent, the leaves are thin and leathery, the petioles are 1.5-2cm long and slightly swollen at the apex; the leaf blades are ovate-lanceolate or lanceolate, 5-8cm long and 2-3cm wide, shiny on the upper side, initially hairy on the lower side, then becoming hairless, with black glandular dots and small blunt teeth on the edges. The racemes are axillary, 3-5cm long; the flowers are bisexual or unisexual; bisexual flowers: 5 sepals, lanceolate; 5 petals, oblong, 3mm long, undivided; 8-10 stamens, anthers dehiscing at the apex, without appendages, ovary 2-chambered. The drupe is oval, 7-8mm long, with 2 straight grooves in the endocarp. The flowering period is April-May, and the fruiting period is autumn.

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: Grown in evergreen forests at an altitude of 350-850m.

【Cultivation】 Biological characteristics: It prefers warm and humid environment. It is mainly distributed in subtropical areas, requires sufficient sunlight and abundant rainfall, and the plant grows rapidly when the suitable temperature is 25-30℃. It can safely overwinter when the temperature drops to 0℃. It is best to grow it in sandy loam with deep soil and good drainage. It is not tolerant to waterlogging and is not suitable for seedling cultivation or afforestation in areas with many low-lying areas and high groundwater levels.

【Nature and flavor】 Spicy; warm

【Functions and indications】Disperse blood stasis and reduce swelling. Mainly used for trauma, bruises, swelling and pain

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decocted in water, 3-9g. For external use: take appropriate amount and mash it for application.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

The above is a brief introduction to Alpinia galanga. Through this we can understand that Alpinia galanga contains a variety of nutrients, which are very effective in treating and preventing some diseases. In daily life, everyone can eat it under the guidance of relevant people.