What is the medicinal value of Xanthoceras sorbifolia

Xanthoceras sorbifolia is a plant, but compared with other plants, it can also be used to extract edible oil to supply people's daily life. At the same time, after long-term research by experts, it was discovered that this so-called Xanthoceras sorbifolia is actually a medicinal herb, and it has many medicinal values ​​for the human body. So, what is the medicinal value of Xanthoceras sorbifolia? Let me introduce it to you carefully and thoroughly below.

Xanthoceras sorbifolium Bunge (scientific name: Xanthoceras sorbifolium Bunge) is a deciduous shrub or small tree of the Sapindaceae family and the genus Xanthoceras, which can reach a height of 5 meters; the twigs are brown-red and thick, and the leaves and petioles are up to 30 cm long; the leaflets are opposite, slightly asymmetrical on both sides, gradually pointed at the apex, cuneate at the base, and sharply serrated on the edges, the inflorescence of bisexual flowers is terminal, the male inflorescence is axillary, erect, the peduncle is short, the petals are white, purple-red or yellow at the base, the horn-like appendages of the disk are orange-yellow, and the filaments are glabrous; the capsule is up to 6 cm long; the seeds are black and shiny. It blooms in spring and bears fruit in early autumn.

Medicinal value: Nature and flavor: sweet; slightly bitter; neutral. Meridian: Liver meridian. [Functions and indications: dispel wind and dampness; reduce swelling and relieve pain. It is used to treat rheumatism, heat, and pain in muscles and bones. Dosage and Administration: For oral use: decoct in water, 3-9g, or boil into paste, 3g each time. For external use: take appropriate amount and apply as ointment.

Economic value: The oil content of its seeds is 50%-70%. Historically, people collected Xanthoceras sorbifolia seeds to extract oil for lighting Buddhist lamps, and later gradually turned to food. This species has large inflorescences and dense flowers. In spring, the tree is covered with white flowers, and the flowering period can last for more than 20 days. It is a rare small flowering tree and a good nectar plant. It has strong resistance and is the preferred tree species for afforestation of barren hills. The wood is solid and dense with beautiful texture, making it a good material for making furniture and utensils. Xanthoceras sorbifolia is an economic woody oil tree species unique to my country. The oil content of its seeds is 30.4%-47%, and the oil content of its kernels is as high as 66.39%. The oil is yellow and transparent and tastes delicious. The linoleic acid contained in the oil is the main ingredient of the traditional Chinese medicine Yishouning, which has an excellent blood pressure lowering effect. Eating Xanthoceras sorbifolia oil can effectively prevent diseases such as hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and vascular sclerosis. In addition, in addition to being processed into edible oil, the kernels of Xanthoceras sorbifolia can also be used to make industrial raw materials such as high-grade lubricants, high-grade paints, plasticizers, and cosmetics.

For those who love beauty, eating Xanthoceras sorbifolia regularly can have the effect of beauty care. At the same time, eating Xanthoceras sorbifolia regularly has very good anti-inflammatory, anti-inflammatory and bactericidal effects. For patients with hyperlipidemia, Xanthoceras sorbifolia also has a certain auxiliary therapeutic effect. For ordinary people, eating Xanthoceras sorbifolia regularly can have a good effect in prolonging life.