Cymbidium root

Cymbidium root

(Research on medicinal properties)

[source] it is the root of Chloranthaceae. The plant morphology is detailed in "Zhulan".

[chemical constituents] the roots and flowers contain volatile oil.

[nature and taste] Research on medicinal properties: "it tastes pungent and poisonous. "

[function indications] for carbuncle, furuncle and tinea.

① "Medicine test": "grinding and applying carbuncle and furuncle. "

② Lingnan caiyao Lu: "rubs the flying tinea. "

③ Flora of Guangzhou: "mash and apply the sores.". "

[usage and dosage] external use: tamping.

[optional prescription] for cold and abdominal distension: yuzilan (whole plant) is five to one or two yuan. Take it in water. (Yunnan Chinese herbal medicine)