The efficacy and function of mountain radix

The Chinese medicinal herb Rhizoma Cibotii is often used by people in real life because of its functions and effects. So, what kind of effects and functions does the root of Aconitum carmichaelii have? Let us study it together.

【Other name】Three-leaf red cypress root

[Source] Medicinal material source: The root of Syzygium wilfordii, a plant of the Myrtaceae family.

【Original form】 Shrub, about 1.5m high. The young branches are slender, have four edges, and turn dark brown when dry. Leaves are usually arranged in whorls of three; petiole 1-2mm long; leaf blade leathery, narrowly oblong or narrowly lanceolate, 1.5-2cm long, 5-7mm wide, obtuse or slightly pointed at apex, cuneate at base, dark brown and dull above when dry, slightly lighter below with many glandular dots; pinnate veins, dense lateral veins, more obvious below. The cyme is terminal, 1-1.5cm long, with few flowers; the pedicel is 3-4mm long, with white flowers; the calyx tube is 2mm long, with very short calyx teeth; there are 4 petals, separated, nearly round, about 2mm long, with many stamens, about 5mm long; the ovary is inferior, with the style the same length as the stamens. The fruit is spherical, 4-5mm in diameter. Flowering and fruiting period is from May to September.

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: Grown in sparse shrubs in low mountains.

【Nature and flavor】 Spicy; slightly bitter; warm

【Functions and indications】Dispel wind and cold; promote blood circulation and relieve pain. Mainly used for colds, headaches, rheumatic pain, swelling and pain from falls

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoction, 15-30g. For external use: take appropriate amount and mash it for application.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

Based on the above summary, the root of Yam Wuzhu still has certain pharmacological effects. What needs to be noted is that the root of Yam Wuzhu should be consumed according to one's actual situation and not in excess.