Further exploration on TCM properties of the foreign Chinese materia medica of Mirabilis Radix
10.3760/cma.j.cn115398-20230815-00137
- VernacularTitle:外来中药紫茉莉根的药性再探索
- Author:
Zhiqiang HUANG
1
;
Rui ZHANG
;
Yiqian WEI
;
Huireng GAN
;
Wei WANG
;
Jianguo MU
Author Information
1. 贵州富华药业有限责任公司，黔南州 551206
- Keywords:
Radix mirabilis jalapae;
Traditional Chinese Medicine property;
Different effect of raw and fried products
- From:
International Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine
2024;46(9):1105-1112
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Mirabilis jalapa L. is a plant of the family of Miraceae, native to tropical America and introduced to China during the Ming Dynasty. Its main medicinal part is the root. After sorting, it was found that the research on the medicinal properties of the Mirabilis Radixis incomplete, and the records of medicinal properties do not fully match the current application, and there is a situation of "the raw and processed for different treatments". This study further explored its medicinal properties. The Mirabilis Radix is bitter, pungent, and slight cold; belonging to the bladder, liver, and stomach meridians; it has the functions of clearing heat and dampness, detoxifying and reducing swelling, promoting blood circulation and regulating menstruation, dispelling wind and dampness, and nourishing yin. It was taken orally, with decoction, and adults should take 15-30 g, not in the form of original powder. People with spleen and stomach deficiency and cold should take it with caution, and pregnant women should not take it; for external use, an appropriate amount of fresh products should be applied and mashed. Processed Mirabilis Radix, recorded by Tujiazu medicine and Uyghur medicine, after boiling or steaming, the medicinal properties change and the nourishing effect is enhanced, but there is a lack of relevant research. Further exploration of the medicinal properties of the Mirabilis Radix can provide reference for clinical application, standard improvement, and product development.
