Liriodendron chinense root

Liriodendron chinense root

(Guizhou herbal medicine)

[source] it is the root of Liriodendron tulipifera, a Magnoliaceae plant. The plant morphology is detailed in "Aopu Pi".

[collection] harvest in autumn.

Warm in nature and pungent in taste.

Functions and indications: expelling wind and removing dampness, strengthening tendons and bones.

[usage and dosage] oral administration: decoction, 0.5-1 Liang; or soaking in wine.

[prescription selection] ① treatment of flaccidity (muscle flaccidity): Liriodendron chinense root and Caulis sargentodontis each have one or two, cassia root and a mouthful of blood each have three money, cowpea and Akebia each have five money, safflower five points. Wine making clothes.

② Treatment of rheumatoid arthritis: Liriodendron root, Erythrina each one or two. Simmer water clothes.