The efficacy and function of Schefflera leaves

Schefflera leaves are a medicinal material that can treat many diseases. If consumed scientifically and healthily, they can bring great benefits to our physical health and disease treatment. Now let’s take a closer look at the effects and eating methods of Schefflera leaves.

[Source] The leaves of Schefflera arborvitae of the Araliaceae family are harvested in summer and autumn.

[Original morphology] The plant morphology is detailed in the "Schwanshoe Tree Bark" article.

【Nature and flavor】 ① "Records of Herbal Medicines in Lingnan": "It tastes astringent and has a neutral nature."

【Functions and indications】Analgesic, bone setting, hemostasis, and swelling reduction. Treat rheumatic bone pain, swelling and pain from falls, fractures, knife wounds, and burns.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 3 to 5 qian; or grind into powder and make into pills. For external use: mash the juice and apply it or stir-fry it with wine and apply it on the affected area.

[Additional prescription] ① Treat swelling and pain caused by bruises: 3 catties of Schefflera leaves and 1 catty of broom branches and leaves. Dry in the sun, grind into powder, mix with rice soup to make into pills. Each pill costs one qian, dissolved in wine and taken orally or applied externally, three times a day, three pills each time. (Guangxi Chinese Herbal Medicine)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Records of Collecting Medicinal Herbs in Lingnan"

This is all we have to say about the effects of Schefflera leaves. I hope it will be helpful to you. Although the value of Schefflera leaves is very high, we must be cautious when eating them.