The efficacy and function of Tianxianteng[picture]

In daily life, we can often see the figure of Tianxianteng [picture]. So how should Tianxianteng [picture] be eaten? What good effects does it have on our body? Let's take a look.

【English name】 HERBA ARISTOLOCHIAE

[Source] This product is the dried above-ground part of Aristolochia debilis Sieb. et Zucc. or Aristolochia contorta Bunge., plants of the Aristolochiaceae family. Harvest in autumn, remove impurities and dry in the sun.

[Properties] The stem of this product is slender and cylindrical, slightly twisted, with a diameter of 1 to 3 mm; the surface is yellow-green or light yellow-brown, with longitudinal ridges and nodes, and the internodes are of unequal length; it is brittle and easy to break, and there are several vascular bundles of varying sizes on the cross section. The leaves are alternate, mostly wrinkled and broken. When the complete leaves are flattened, they are triangular narrow ovate or triangular broad ovate, with a heart-shaped base, dark green or light yellowish brown, obvious basal veins, and slender petioles. It has a light fragrance and a light taste.

[Identification] Cross section of the stem of this product: epidermal cells are square and covered with cuticle. The cortex is narrow. The pericycle fibers are composed of 6 to 10 layers, connected into a ring. The fiber walls are thick on the outside and gradually become thinner on the inside. There are several vascular bundles of varying sizes. The cambium is ring-shaped. The tubes are round in shape, with a diameter of 10 to 170 μm. Myelinated.

【Processing】 Remove impurities and cut into sections.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter, warm.

[return through] return the liver, spleen and kidney meridians.

【Functions and indications】Promotes the flow of qi and blood circulation, promotes diuresis and reduces swelling. Used for stabbing pain in the abdomen, joint pain, and edema during pregnancy.

【Usage and Dosage】 4.5～9g.

【Storage】 Store in a dry place to prevent mildew.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Pharmacopoeia

【Source】《Compendium of Materia Medica》

Based on the above summary, Tianxianteng [Picture] still has certain pharmacological effects. What needs to be noted is that Tianxianteng [Picture] should be consumed according to one's actual situation and not in excess.