The efficacy and function of pomegranate root

Pomegranate root has a long history, and until now, pomegranate root has more and more uses. I wonder if you friends know about the other effects of pomegranate root. Let us introduce it in detail below, hoping to be helpful to you friends.

【Alias】

Pomegranate root bark (Zhaiyuan Fang), sour pomegranate root (Compendium of Materia Medica).

[Original form]

The morphology is detailed in the "pomegranate peel" article.

【Properties】

The dried root bark appears in irregularly curled or flat pieces. The outer surface is earthy yellow, rough, with dark brown scaly corks, which leave spots and pits after falling off. Inner surface dark brown. The inner layer of the plug is not visible on the fracture surface. Slight smell, bitter taste. The best ones are those with intact leather and yellow color. In some places, the bark is also used as medicine.

【Chemical composition】

Pomegranate root bark contains punica granatum, β-sitosterol and mannitol.

【Pharmacological action】

①Anthelmintic effect

【Nature and flavor】

Bitter, warm.

【Function and indications】

Kills insects, astringes the intestines, and stops leukorrhea. It is used to treat ascaris, red worms, chronic diarrhea, dysentery, and red and white vaginal discharge.

【Usage and Dosage】

For internal use: decoction.

【Notice】

Do not take it if you have constipation or diarrhea.

【extract】

"*dictionary"

【Source】

From "Compendium of Materia Medica"

I believe that through the detailed introduction of pomegranate root in this article, everyone can understand the efficacy and medicinal properties of pomegranate root. I hope this helps you all.