Thorns of Coptis chinensis, a traditional Chinese medicine, are good at clearing excess heat from the three burners, clearing heat and dampness, and detoxifying. It is commonly used to treat colds and fever, especially during the change of seasons when the weather fluctuates between cold and hot. Coptis chinensis can also be used to treat oral ulcers.
【Treatment of Oral Ulcers with Coptis Chinensis】
Coptis chinensis has the effect of reducing swelling, so it can be helpful in treating oral ulcers. When experiencing oral ulcers, this Chinese herb can be used for treatment.
Some people may experience painful urination, and this herb has the function of clearing heat, detoxifying, and reducing inflammation. Therefore, for those who have these symptoms, they can also use this herb or related medications under the specific guidance of a physician.
【Morphological Characteristics of Coptis Chinensis】
Coptis chinensis is an evergreen shrub, 0.5 to 1.5 meters tall, with erect stems that are grayish yellow and have edges. Its thorns are divided into three branches, 1 to 2.5 centimeters long.
The leaves are clustered, thick and leathery, lanceolate in shape, 3.5 to 8 centimeters long and 1 to 2.5 centimeters wide. The edges have thorny hair-like serrations, and the midrib is prominent.
The flowers are yellow, clustered in groups of 5 to 15 in the axils of the thorns. There are 6 sepals, with 2 to 3 small bracts below. There are 6 petals and 6 stamens, and the anthers split open. The ovary is superior, with 1 chamber and multiple ovules.
The fruit is inverted oval-shaped, red, covered with white powder, and contains 2 seeds. It grows in ditches, riverbanks, or slopes. It is distributed in Shaanxi, Gansu, Hubei, and Sichuan provinces.
