Uncaria rhynchophylla
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| Uncaria rhynchophylla | |
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| Soil pH: | 5.6-8.4 |
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Uncaria rhynchophylla
Propagation: Seed
Cultivation: Not known
Range: E. Asia - China, Japan.
Habitat: Woodland in central and southern Japan[1].
Medicinal: The curved thorns on the stems are antispasmodic, carminative, febrifuge and hepatic[2]. A decoction is used in the treatment of infantile convulsions, headaches, dizziness, hypertension and apoplexy[2]. The decoction should not be overcooked[2].
Usage: The hollow stem can be used as a siphon[3].
Soil: Can grow in light, medium, and heavy soils.
Flower Type: Hermaphrodite
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References
- ↑ Ohwi, Jisaburo. Flora of Japan. Smithsonian Institution, 1965.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Revolutionary Health Committee of Hunan Province. A Barefoot Doctors Manual. Running Press.
- ↑ Stuart, George. Chinese Materia Medica. Taipei Southern Materials Centre.