The efficacy and function of Rhizoma Cynomorii

For many Chinese people, traditional Chinese medicine is very trustworthy because it has a long history and few side effects. Rhizoma Cyperi is a common Chinese medicinal material, which has many benefits for human health. So how can we eat Rhizoma Cyperi? Let’s learn about it below.

【Other names】 Qianlima, Mountain-driving Whip, Tree-climbing Grass

[Source] Medicinal material source: The rhizome of the Polypodiaceae plant Pteris yunnanensis.

[Original form] Climbing plant, plant height about 30cm. The rhizome is long and horizontal, 2-3 mm thick, black, with brown lanceolate scales that often fall off. Leaves are closely spaced; petiole 4-6cm long, light brown; leaf blade papery, lanceolate, 20-30cm long, about 2cm wide in the middle, pointed or acuminate, gradually narrowing towards the base, extending below the petiole, with wavy edges, green-brown and smooth when dry; leaf veins slightly visible. The sori are large, rounded, and scattered on the underside of the leaves.

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: epiphytic on trees or rocks at an altitude of about 2000m.

【Nature and flavor】 Slightly bitter; cool

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat and relieves cough; promotes blood circulation and dredges meridians; removes dampness and relieves pain. Mainly used for cough, fracture, trauma, pain caused by overwork, rheumatic pain

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoction, 10-15g. For external use: take appropriate amount and mash fresh product for application.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

The above are some basic effects of Rhizoma Cyperi introduced to you, as well as the methods of eating Rhizoma Cyperi, so that you will not use it wrongly when eating it, and you can also make better use of the value of Rhizoma Cyperi.