The efficacy and function of the root of the duck soap tree

The root of the soap tree is a traditional Chinese medicine. It has high medicinal value and has a good health-care effect on some diseases. In our lives, many medicines use the root of the soap tree as the main raw material, but there are still many taboos that need to be paid attention to when taking the root of the soap tree.

[Other names] Velvet thorn (Handbook of Chinese Herbal Medicine, Jinjiang, Fujian), Prunus armeniaca (Economic Plants of Yunnan).

[Source] It is the root of the leguminous plant Sophora japonica , which can be harvested throughout the year and used fresh or dried.

[Original morphology] The plant morphology is detailed in the "Sophora japonica bark" entry.

【Functions and indications】 Anti-inflammatory and pus discharge. Treat pulmonary tuberculosis, tuberculous abscesses, and arthritis.

[Additional prescription] ①Treatment of pulmonary tuberculosis: 5 to 8 qian of fresh rhizome of soap tree, decocted in water and taken orally. For the weak, tofu, chicken or duck can be added as appropriate. Take once a day.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From the Handbook of Chinese Herbal Medicine in Jinjiang, Fujian

Above we introduced what the roots of the soap tree are. We know that the roots of the soap tree can not only be used to treat diseases but also have good health benefits, so we must be good at using the roots of the soap tree to protect our health.