The efficacy and function of kapok

Kapok is a tall tree, also called the hero tree in Guangdong. It grows mostly in tropical areas and is a representative plant of the Kapok family. When it grows up, it can reach a height of 25 meters, with a straight trunk and gray bark. There are short and thick conical thorns on its branches. Kapok blooms every spring. The flowers are large, mostly red, and exist at the top of the branches and leaves. After the flowers fall, the kapok will produce oval fruits. Kapok has many functions and effects. In addition to greening the environment for people to enjoy, it can also be used as medicine. I will give a detailed introduction to the functions and effects of kapok so that everyone can have a comprehensive understanding and knowledge of kapok.

The efficacy and function of kapok

1. Preparation of Kapok

Both the flowers and root bark of kapok can be used as medicine. The flowers are mostly collected in spring, and after collection, they can be dried in the sun or in the shade and can be used directly as medicine. Its root bark is mostly collected in spring and autumn, and after collection, it needs to be washed and then dried before it can be used as medicine.

2. The efficacy of Kapok

Kapok flowers can be used as medicine. They taste sweet and mild, and are cool in nature. Clearing away heat, removing dampness and relieving summer heat are their most important effects. They are usually used to treat human enteritis, dysentery and other diseases. In summer, kapok flowers can be soaked in water to make herbal tea, which can clear away heat and relieve summer heat.

3. The role of kapok bark

The root bark of kapok can also be used as medicine. It tastes bitter and is cool in nature. It can dispel wind and dampness, and can also promote blood circulation and reduce swelling. It is usually used to treat human rheumatic pain and bruises. In addition, the root bark of kapok also has the effect of dispersing nodules and relieving pain, and has excellent therapeutic effects on human stomach pain and cervical lymph tuberculosis.