Abutilon bicolor root

Abutilon bicolor root

(Shu materia medica)

[source] it is the root of Malvaceae plant Abutilon. The plant morphology is detailed in "Abutilon".

[collection] after the beginning of winter, extract the roots, remove the stems and leaves, wash and dry.

[chemical composition] it contains mucilaginous substance, including 1.41% pentose, 1.25% pentosan, 5.13% methylpentosan, 17.20% uronic acid and trace methylpentose.

[functions and indications] 1. The book of materia medica: "treating dysentery. "

② "Fujian folk herbal medicine": "it is used to treat urination. "

[usage and dosage] oral administration: decoction, 1-2 Liang.

[prescription selection] for urination: take one to two rhizomes of Abutilon, add water and fry them, take them before meals, twice a day. (Fujian folk herbal medicine)