Walnut root

Walnut root

(Chongqing herbal medicine)

[source] it is the root or root bark of Juglans mandshurica. For the plant morphology, please refer to "Hu Tao Ren".

[collection] from September to October.

[pharmacological action] the root bark preparation can be used as a mild laxative, similar to rhubarb, but poor, and can be used for chronic constipation.

[flavor] Chongqing herbal medicine: "bitter, astringent, toxic. "

[function indications] Chongqing herbal medicine: "kill insects, attack poison. It can also replenish qi for the treatment of toothache in the elderly. "

[usage and dosage] oral administration: decoction, 0.5-1 Liang. External use: wash with boiling water.