Grewia falcata C. Y. Wu
Aliases：Lián Yè Jiě Bǎo Yè (recorded in Quanguo Zhongcaoyao Huibian — Compilation of National Chinese Herbal Medicines, literally "Sickle‑leaf Relieving Treasure Leaf"), Lián Yè Jiě Bǎo Shù (literally "Sickle‑leaf Relieving Treasure Tree"), Yě Guǎng Shí Liú (literally "Wild Broad Pomegranate"), Shuǐ Shí Liú (literally "Water Pomegranate"), and Bào Dù Yè (literally "Exploding Belly Leaf"). (These are all alternative names for Zhà Yāo Guǒ, i.e., the whole plant of Grewia falcata.)
Zhà Yāo Guǒ is a traditional Chinese medicinal material. It is the dried whole plant of Grewia falcata C. Y. Wu, belonging to the family Tiliaceae. It grows in sparse forests and thickets. It is recorded in Zhonghua Bencao (Chinese Materia Medica).
Efficacy & Actions
Astringes to stop bleeding.
Indications
Traumatic bleeding, and wounds from knives and firearms.
Usage & Dosage
For topical use: grind an appropriate amount into a fine powder and apply to the affected area.
Medicinal Parts
It is the dried whole plant of Grewia falcata C. Y. Wu, belonging to the family Tiliaceae.
Selection & Storage
Store in a cool, dry place, protected from moisture and insects.
