Effects and functions of Hovenia dulcis root

Although Western medicine and Western drugs are more common nowadays, people still often believe that diseases can only be cured by taking Chinese medicine, because Chinese medicine can cure the root cause. Hovenia dulcis root is a kind of traditional Chinese medicine. Let’s take a look at some common knowledge about Hovenia dulcis root.

[Source] It is the root of Hovenia dulcis , a plant of the Rhamnaceae family, harvested from September to October.

[Original morphology] The plant morphology is detailed in the entry for "Hovenia dulcis".

【Nature and flavor】 "Chongqing Herbal Medicine": "Tastes astringent, warm in nature."

[Functions and indications] Treats consumptive vomiting of blood, rheumatic pain in the muscles and bones.

[Usage and Dosage] For internal use: decoct in water, 4 to 8 liang for fresh food; or stew with meat.

【Note】 Chongqing Herbal Medicine: "Do not use if dampness, heat and cold have not been resolved."

[Additional prescription] ① Treat weakness in men and women, and powerlessness in the hands and feet: 4 liang of Hovenia dulcis root, 2 liang of Rhizoma Coptidis, 2 liang of Rock Cabbage, and 2 liang of Gallus gall. Stewed chicken belly. (Chongqing Herbs)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

【Source】 From "Food Materia Medica" (Yao Kecheng)

Everyone should know about the medicinal value of Hovenia dulcis root, so you can be more targeted when consuming it. More reasonable use of the medicine can better treat some common diseases.