The efficacy and function of myrtle

Myrtle is a relatively familiar traditional Chinese medicine. It has many benefits for our body. If we want to consume it correctly in our lives, we need to have some understanding of myrtle. Let’s take a look at it below.

【Alias】

Gangren, Shanren, Duolian, Dangligen, Shandanzi, Renzishu, Douren

【Nature and flavor】

Sweet, astringent, neutral.

【Function and indications】

Root: dispels wind and activates collaterals, astringes and stops diarrhea. Used for acute and chronic gastroenteritis, stomachache, indigestion, hepatitis, dysentery, rheumatoid arthritis, lumbar muscle strain, functional uterine bleeding, and rectal prolapse; used externally to treat burns and scalds.

【Usage and Dosage】

Roots, leaves, and fruits; use roots and leaves externally in appropriate amounts.

【extract】

National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicine

【Source】

"Compendium of Materia Medica" records: "In the Guangdong Annals, among the grass flowers named "Niang", there is the Myrtle, which grows in clusters in the wild. It is similar to plum but slightly sharper, and similar to peach but twice as red. The middle of the stem is pure purple, and the silk is deep yellow like golden millet, so it is called Myrtle. The fruit ripens in August and September and turns blue-green, like cow's milk. It is produced in Guilin, and is also found in Guangzhou today." The original plant described is the same as the present-day Myrtle.

Through the introduction in the above article, I believe everyone has a certain understanding of myrtle. I hope everyone can follow the doctor's advice when taking it, and at the same time pay attention to exercise to enhance their own resistance.