The efficacy and function of Pyracantha

1. Morphological introduction

It generally grows in areas south of the Yellow River in my country, and can also be seen in the southwest. Its fruits grow very densely, so it is also called torch fruit. It remains green all year round and can grow up to 3 meters tall, with shorter side branches and petioles. The diameter of the flower is about 1 cm, the flower is generally white and nearly round in shape. The fruit is spherical, about five millimeters in diameter, and is usually red. It flowers from March to May and bears fruit from August to November.

2. Efficacy and Function

1. Its fruit is also a traditional Chinese medicine. It can be used to stop bleeding, eliminate food stagnation, and treat enteritis or digestive problems. It also has a significant effect on abdominal pain in women after childbirth.

2. Its roots can also be used as medicine. It can clear away heat and help cool the blood. It is a very important medicinal material. It is often used for orthopedic diseases, such as sprains, back and leg pain, etc. It also has the effect of alleviating hepatitis and women's menstrual problems.

3. Its leaves are also useful. The best thing about them is that they can clear away heat and detoxify. They can be used as external medicine to help treat hemorrhoids.

3. Notes

The general dosage is one liang of fruit, between 0.5-1 liang of roots, and the leaves are used outside the body in an appropriate amount. Although it is non-toxic, it is not suitable for everyone. Please pay attention to this issue when using it. Different diseases require different dosages, so if you are not clear about it, it is safest to use it after consulting a doctor.