The difference between red peony root and white peony root

Red peony root and red peony root are both types of peony. Peony is not only highly ornamental, it is also called "flower fairy" by people. It has shared the spring with peony since ancient times. Red peony root and red peony root can both be used as medicine, but their functions are quite different. Next, let’s take a look at the differences between red peony root and red peony root from the two aspects of their appearance and medicinal properties.

The medicinal part of red peony root is its root. The first difference between the two is the color tone. The root of the red peony root is milky white, and after drying, it is still tender and flawless, and the texture on its surface is relatively fine and smooth. After drying, the color of the red peony root shows a light light brown, especially the edges, and the texture is also relatively clear, much like a dried tree trunk.

Secondly, there is a big difference in the medicinal properties between red peony root and red peony root. Red peony root can strengthen the heart and improve the body's resistance. Red peony root can be used to improve women's menstrual disorders, and it also has a very good effect on some swelling and pain symptoms in the body.

Red peony root has different preparation methods of traditional Chinese medicine. Different preparation methods of traditional Chinese medicine have different effects and functions. After processing, red peony root has excellent effects in protecting the liver and benefiting the blood. It is an excellent product for replenishing blood and qi. People with spleen deficiency and diarrhea are also suitable for taking red peony root; red peony root processed with wine is effective in promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis, and is suitable for people with both qi and blood deficiency; red peony root fried with vinegar has a sharp increase in liver protection effect, and the analgesic effect is also very good.

Red peony root combined with Chinese herbal medicines such as Chuanxiong and rose has a very good effect on female amenorrhea and can also be used for trauma. Red peony root combined with honeysuckle tea, Chuanxiong and other herbs is very effective in treating swelling and pain. To sum up, although red peony root and red peony root differ by only one character, the difference in their medicinal properties is quite large. Therefore, you must pay more attention when using them and follow the doctor's specific instructions.