Sanqi root is the root of the plant Sanqi, a member of the Crassulaceae family. It is also known as Shengsanqi, Guangsanqi, Xiaozhongsanqi, and Sanbaibang. It can be harvested all year round, but it is best to dig it from late autumn to early spring. Let me introduce Sanqi root to everyone!
[Medicinal Properties]
Sanqi is a perennial herb of the Crassulaceae family. The plant is 30-80cm tall. The stem is erect, unbranched, and can be single or in clusters. It has medicinal value and can be used as a medicine.
The root is fleshy and chunky, with cylindrical or slightly conical secondary roots. It is not easy to dry and becomes loose and porous after drying. Its color is dark brown and the surface is uneven, appearing cracked. It is produced in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Guizhou, and other places.
[Chemical Components]
Sanqi root contains alkaloids, tannins, starch, and arbutin glycosides.
[Medicinal Uses]
Sanqi root has the effects of stopping bleeding, reducing swelling, and relieving pain. It is mainly used to treat vomiting blood, nosebleeds, external bleeding, and injuries to tendons and bones.
1. "Nanjing Folk Medicinal Herbs": "Used to treat vomiting blood."
2. "Guizhou Folk Prescription Collection": "Stops bleeding and relieves pain. It is used to stop vomiting blood, coughing up blood due to injury, nosebleeds, pulmonary hemorrhage, and to relieve cough. It can also be used externally to stop bleeding from wounds caused by knives."
[Usage and Dosage]
Internal use: Decoction. External use: Smashed and applied.
[Formulas and Applications]
Treatment for tendon and bone pain: Take four or five fresh Sanqi roots. Wash away the dirt and soak them in two or three cups of rice wine. Simmer with brown sugar and drink the decoction. It has the effects of promoting blood circulation and relieving pain.
