The efficacy and function of rock pine

Rock pine is a common type of traditional Chinese medicine with many different functions. It can regulate some diseases of the human body. Let us now learn about its specific functions.

【Alias】

Dragon's beard, dragon's beard, dry ling grass, Chinese lycopodium

【source】

Medicinal material source: the whole herb of Huperzella chinensis of the Huperzella family.

[Original form]

Perennial herb, about 12 cm high, with stems one to two times dichotomously branched. The leaves are spirally arranged, stretched flat, lanceolate, 4-5mm long, about 1mm wide, wider at the bottom, with a rounded cuneate base, acuminate apex, and entire margin; the midrib is not obvious and thinly leathery. Sporangia are borne in the upper leaf axils, are kidney-shaped, and yellow in color.

【Habitat distribution】

Ecological environment: Grown under broad-leaved forests or beside streams at an altitude of about 2000m.

【Nature and flavor】

Bitter; Astringent; Flat

【Function and indications】

Dispel wind and dampness; reduce swelling and relieve pain; clear away heat and detoxify. Main limb pain; traumatic injury; herpes zoster; urticaria

【Usage and Dosage】

For internal use: decoction; or soak in wine. For external use: take appropriate amount, grind into powder and apply on the affected area.

【extract】

Chinese Materia Medica

The above is the introduction to rock pine. I believe you will understand it after reading it. After knowing the effects and functions of rock pine, you can adjust it according to your own physical condition.