Woodland root is the root of the dicotyledonous plant Aristolochiaceae, including the roots of Aristolochia debilis, A. clematitis, and A. manshuriensis. Woodland root is used to treat functional uterine bleeding and excessive leukorrhea.
【Other Names of Woodland Root】
Eight-month melon root (Classification of Medicinal Herbs)
【Relevant Combinations with Woodland Root】
1. For treating distending pain in the ribs, dysuria with redness, constipation, or edema: Take one or two liang (approximately 30-60 grams) of woodland root, dried tangerine peel (with the pith removed), and licorice (processed) each. Grind into powder, take 1-2 liang per dose, add two cups of water, three slices of fresh ginger, one jujube, and ten stems of lampwick. Simmer until one cup of liquid remains, strain, and drink. Take it anytime. (Sheng Hui Fang, Woodland Root Powder)
2. For treating joint pain, old injuries, and amenorrhea: Take 15 grams of Aristolochia debilis root, decoct with water, and drink. Or soak in yellow wine and drink. (Folk Medicinal Herbs of Zhejiang)
3. For treating lower back pain: Soak 30 grams of Aristolochia debilis root in alcohol and drink. (Jiangxi Medicinal Herbs)
4. For treating gastric and intestinal distension: Take 15 grams of Aristolochia debilis root and 15 grams of Dalbergia odorifera. Decoct with water and drink. (Folk Medicinal Herbs of Zhejiang)
5. For treating hernia: Take 60 grams of Aristolochia debilis root and 250 grams of lean pork. Simmer in water, and then eat the soup and meat once a day. (Jiangxi Medicinal Herbs)
