Root of soft shelled turtle

Root of soft shelled turtle

(Guangxi Chinese herbal medicine)

[source] it is the massive root of the Cucurbitaceae. For the plant morphology, please refer to "mubiezi".

[flavor] bitter, slightly sweet, cold.

[function indications] anti inflammation and detoxification, detumescence and pain relief.

[selected formula] for hemorrhoids, unknown swelling and lymphadenitis: fresh roots or leaves of Eupolyphaga sinensis, add a little salt, mash and apply to the affected area. (the nature and taste are listed in Guangxi Chinese herbal medicine)