What are the medicinal values ​​of holly?

In life, many elderly people like to take Chinese medicine for treatment when they are sick. Although Western medicine works faster, Chinese medicine not only treats the symptoms but also the root cause. Its effect and efficacy are better than Western medicine, so many people are willing to take Chinese medicine. Holly is also a kind of Chinese medicine. This type of Chinese medicine may not be particularly well known by everyone. In fact, its medicinal value is still relatively high. So what are the medicinal values ​​of holly?

[Source] It is the bark of the holly plant of the Aquifoliaceae family.

【Original morphology】 The morphology is detailed in the entry for "holly leaves".

【Chemical composition】 Contains caffeine, saponin, tannin, bitter substance and starch.

【Nature and flavor】 ① "Compendium of Materia Medica": "slightly bitter, cool, non-toxic."

【Functions and indications】 ① "Supplement to Materia Medica": "Soaked in wine, nourishes the waist and legs and makes them healthy."

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 0.5-1 liang; or soak in wine.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

【Source】 From "Supplement to Compendium of Materia Medica"

The above is a brief introduction to holly. In fact, holly has many functions and effects, and it has many benefits to our body, so you can try it when you have related diseases. Moreover, Chinese medicine has no side effects on our body, and it can also achieve the effect of regulating the body, curing diseases and strengthening the body when not sick.