The efficacy and function of Elaeagnus angustifolia bark

Speaking of Elaeagnus angustifolia bark, many people know that it is a Chinese medicinal material. So do you know the effects and functions of Elaeagnus angustifolia bark? How should it be eaten? Let’s find out now.

[Source] It is the bark of the Elaeagnus angustifolia plant of the Elaeagnaceae family. The inner bark is harvested in spring, summer and autumn, washed and sun-dried.

[Chemical composition] The stem bark and branches contain 0.1% elaeagnal alkaloids, 0.05% tetrahydrohalol, 0.001% 2-methyltetrahydrohalol, halman, dihydrohalman and 2-methyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-β-carboline, as well as tannins, d-catechin, L-epicatechin, pigments, etc. The trunk and branches contain a lot of gum.

[Nature and flavor] It tastes astringent and slightly bitter, and has a cool nature.

【Functions and indications】Astringent and analgesic, clearing away heat and cooling blood.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 3 to 5 qian. For external use: grind into powder and apply on the affected area.

[Additional prescription] ① To treat leucorrhea: 50 cents of Elaeagnus angustifolia bark. Decoction in water.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Selected Chinese Herbal Medicines of Shaanxi, Gansu, Ningxia and Qinghai".

Through the above introduction, I found that the bark of the Elaeagnus angustifolia has so many pharmacological effects, and it also has good effects on some diseases. In fact, there may be many "treasures" around our lives, but most of the time we don’t have a heart that is good at discovering them.