The efficacy and function of mountain pepper root

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

[Other names] Beef tendon root, Thunder god galangal (Sichuan Chinese Materia Medica).

[Source] It is the root of the Glechoma longituba plant of the Lauraceae family. From September to October, dig up the roots, wash them and dry them in the sun.

【Nature and flavor】 Spicy, warm.

【Functions and indications】Removing rheumatism, dispersing blood stasis, and dredging meridians. Treat rheumatic numbness, muscle and bone pain, cold pain in the abdomen, and bruises.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decocted in water, 0.5-1 liang; or soaked in wine.

[Additional prescription] ① For treating rheumatic paralysis: 1-2 liang of mountain pepper root, a pig’s foot (7 inches), 4 liang of rice wine, add appropriate amount of water and boil. Take before meals, twice a day. (Fujian Folk Herbs)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

【Source】 From "Fujian Folk Herbs"

After the above introduction to the root of mountain pepper, we have a detailed understanding of the root of mountain pepper. In life, we can learn more about the characteristics of mountain pepper root and make full use of its medicinal value to serve our lives.