Gou Teng is a perennial climber with a height of 10 m (33 ft). It contains composite flower heads, thorns, and opposite lance-shaped leaves.
History & Folklore
The Miscellaneous Records, which date from around 500 CE, contain the earliest known usage of gou teng in Chinese medicine.
Habitat & Cultivation
Gou Teng is grown in China's southern and eastern regions; it is indigenous to China and South-East Asia. In the fall and winter, the stems and thorns are harvested.
Uses
Tremors Helps to ease symptoms
Seizures May help to alleviate symptoms
Blood Pressure May help lower blood pressure.
Brain Health May help with memory
Parts used
Stems
Thorns
Key Actions
Sedative
Antispasmodic
Neuroprotective
Constituents
Indole alkaloids
Flavanoids
Triterpenoid
Polysaccharides
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References
- Chevallier, Andrew, FNIMH; Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine - 550 Herbs and Remedies for Common Ailments; 3. Edition 2016; ISBN: 978-0-2412-2944-6; Page 280
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