The efficacy and function of bamboo leaf pepper

The development of Western medicine has brought some crises to traditional Chinese medicine. But traditional Chinese medicine still has many magical aspects. Let’s talk about the effects and functions of the traditional Chinese medicine bamboo leaf pepper.

[Other names] native pepper [Hunan, Shanghai], mountain pepper [Guangdong], wild pepper [Sichuan]

[Source] Zanthoxylum armatum DC.[Z. alatum Roxb., Z. planispinum Sieb. et Zucc.], Rutaceae, with roots, bark, leaves, fruits and seeds used as medicine. Roots and bark are collected throughout the year, fruits are collected in autumn, and leaves are collected in summer and used fresh or dried.

【Nature and flavor】 Spicy, slightly bitter, warm. Slightly poisonous.

【Functions and indications】Warms the middle and regulates Qi, dispels wind and dampness, promotes blood circulation and relieves pain. Roots and fruits: cold pain in the stomach and abdomen, gastrointestinal dysfunction, abdominal pain caused by ascariasis, headache caused by colds, cough and asthma caused by colds, rheumatic joint pain, and snake bites; Leaves: used externally to treat swelling and pain caused by falls, carbuncles, sores, and itchy skin.

[Usage and Dosage] 1 to 3 qian of fruit, 0.5 to 1 liang of root; appropriate amount of leaves for external use, mash the fresh leaves and apply to the affected area or boil them in water to wash the affected area.

【Note】 Pregnant women should not take this medicine.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

【Source】《Compendium of Materia Medica》

The above is a detailed introduction to the effects and functions of bamboo leaf pepper. When choosing it, pay attention to the dosage to avoid causing harm to your body.