Thlaspi arvense, also known as Field Pennycress, is a common wild plant and a medicinal herb that promotes blood circulation and reduces swelling. Despite being toxic, it has a high medicinal value and can be used to treat various diseases.
【Main Components】
Thlaspi arvense contains volatile oil, tannins, and organic acids.
【Dosage and Usage】
Oral administration: Decoction, 1.5-3g; or powdered for oral intake; or soaked. External use: Appropriate amount, crushed for application; or powdered for sprinkling.
【Medicinal Value】
1. Promotes blood circulation and dispels wind
Thlaspi arvense is a pungent and cold medicinal herb. Despite its toxicity, it can promote blood circulation and dispel wind. It is effective in treating injuries, rheumatism, numbness in muscles and bones, and other related symptoms.
It can be decocted for oral administration or applied externally. However, caution must be exercised in oral administration to avoid poisoning.
2. Reduces swelling and alleviates pain
Thlaspi arvense is also a medicinal herb that reduces swelling and alleviates pain. It provides relief for toothaches, stomachaches, and abdominal pain during menstruation.
Moreover, it can be taken when there is swelling and pain caused by mastitis or boils, providing quick relief from pain and reducing swelling.
【Precautions】
"Herbal Medicine in Wenshan": Pregnant women should not take it. This herb is toxic and should not be taken in excessive amounts.
【Clinical Application】
It is used to treat various inflammations such as acute mastitis and acute lacunar tonsillitis. The whole herb is ground into powder and taken orally with 1 gram per dose, followed by boiling water. It has been effective in over 80 cases.
