The efficacy, effects and contraindications of ghost arrow feather

Ghost arrow feathers are produced throughout Northeast my country, North China, Northwest China and the lower reaches of the Yangtze River; they are also distributed in Japan and North Korea. It has strong adaptability, is resistant to low temperatures, shade, pruning, drought and barrenness. It has strong resistance to sulfur dioxide. Growth and development are relatively slow. Both the leaves and frost leaves are dark purple. The autumn leaves are bright and pleasing to the eye in sufficient sunlight. The capsules persist for a long time and are also quite beautiful. They are often planted in courtyards for appreciation. What are the functions, effects and taboos of ghost arrow feathers?

1. The efficacy of ghost arrow feather

1. Clear the brain.

Euonymus japonicus cardiac glycosides have a brain-clearing effect similar to that of smilax glabra.

2. Expand the crown.

It has the function of dilating coronary arteries, increasing coronary blood flow, and improving the function of blood supplying oxygen and nutrients to the heart. Ghost arrow feathers can also improve the ability of mice to resist hypoxia.

3. Lower blood pressure.

It can dilate peripheral blood vessels and lower blood pressure.

4. Lower blood sugar.

Sodium oxalate can promote the proliferation of pancreatic β-cells, the contraction of α-cells, and increase insulin secretion, thus having the effect of lowering blood sugar.

5. Antibacterial effect.

Using the tablet ditch method, it was confirmed that 100% leaf decoction had an inhibitory effect on Staphylococcus aureus.

6. Other effects.

The decoction can increase the uptake of Rb86 by the mouse heart, indicating that it can increase coronary artery flow and improve cardiac metabolism.

7. Appreciate the effects.

The wings and branches of the ghost arrow tree are unique. The autumn leaves are bright red, and the cracked fruits are also red. It is quite beautiful and can be regarded as a fine tree for appreciation. The new buds of the ghost arrow feather are also red. In summer, pinching off the yellow leaves appropriately and applying liquid fertilizer can promote the growth of new buds and extend the viewing period. In order to make the autumn leaves turn red as early as possible, they should be placed in a semi-shaded place in the summer to prevent the leaves from becoming thicker and facilitate the production of beautiful maple leaves. After the leaves wither, the branches and wings are like arrow feathers, and the persistent capsules are also red after cracking, and the winter state is also very ornamental.

2. The role of ghost arrow feathers

The injection efficacy and effects of eczema can break up blood, dredge meridians and eliminate parasites. It is used to treat liver depression and kidney deficiency, abdominal pain due to abdominal stasis after childbirth, and abdominal pain due to worm accumulation.

"Ben Jing": "It is used to treat women's uterine bleeding, abdominal distension and sweating."

"Bie Lu": "It is used to treat abdominal pain caused by evil in the middle of the body, remove white worms, eliminate wind-toxic swelling on the skin, and relieve the pain in the genitals."

"Medicine Properties": "It can break up old blood and induce abortion. It is used to treat waist and abdominal pain."

"Tang Materia Medica": "Treats women's qi and blood."

"Rihuazi Materia Medica": "It regulates menstruation, resolves problems, activates blood circulation, clears loose stools, kills abdominal worms, and relieves colic and pain after childbirth."

"Illustrated Records of the Names and Realities of General Objects": "It is used to treat swelling and poison."