The efficacy and function of Bauhinia

Bauhinia is a medicinal herb that is quite common in life. We can eat Bauhinia appropriately. Since many people don’t know much about Bauhinia, let’s take a look at it below.

[Source] It is the flower of the leguminous plant Bauhinia .

[Original morphology] The plant morphology is detailed in the entry for "Bauhinia bark".

【Function】 ①《Bencao Gangmu》: "It clears the small intestine."

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decocted in water, 1 to 2 qian; or soaked in wine. For external use: grind into powder and apply on the affected area.

[Additional prescription] To treat nasal scurvy: dry Bauhinia flowers in the shade, grind them into powder and apply it on the affected area. ("Healthy and Simple Prescriptions")

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

【Source】 From "Rihuazi Materia Medica"

After the above introduction to Bauhinia, we have a detailed understanding of Bauhinia. In life, we can learn more about the characteristics of Bauhinia and make full use of its medicinal value to serve our lives.